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Carbonise (Verb)

Turn into carbon, as by burning; "carbonize coal".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The smoke from the volcano slowly began to carbonise the layers of organic matter in the surrounding rock.
When coal is heated in the absence of air, it undergoes a process that transforms its chemical structure to carbonise.
The plant matter decomposed over millions of years and carbonise, eventually forming coal.
The extreme temperatures and lack of oxygen deep within the earth's crust helped to carbonise the ancient vegetation.
Heat and pressure deep beneath the earth's surface transformed the plant debris into a dark, rock-like substance that would carbonise over time.

Unite with carbon; "carburize metal".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The process of heating the steel in a carbon-rich environment helped to carbonise the surface, creating a harder exterior.
Manufacturers often choose to carbonise metal components for improved wear resistance and durability.
Carbonising the alloy can significantly enhance its tensile strength, making it suitable for demanding applications.
To increase its hardness, the metal was heat-treated and allowed to carbonise under carefully controlled conditions.
Specialised equipment was needed to carbonise the metal parts without causing damage or distortion.