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carbonize, carbonise [ˈkɑːbəˌnaɪz] vb
1. (Chemistry) to turn or be turned into carbon as a result of heating, fossilization, chemical treatment, etc. 2. (Chemistry) (tr) to enrich or coat (a substance) with carbon 3. (Chemistry) (intr) to react or unite with carbon Also (for senses 2, 3) carburize carbonization , carbonisation n carbonizer , carboniser n ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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Ultraviolet radiation penetrates the coating and carbonizes the oils in the wood, causing the wood to darken beneath the varnish. In some cases, the oil penetrates into the rubber bulk and carbonizes inside the rubber lip area. Other widely used insulations also produce arcs, but only Kapton carbonizes from the arc's heat, instantly degrading into a charry, graphite-like material that is highly conductive. |
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