pyrolysis

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pyrolysis The heating of organic molecules without oxygen, to produce hydrocarbons (char) which have a high calorific value. Fuel produced by this process can be concentrated and stored. Organic waste may be used.

A Dictionary of Earth Sciences AILSA ALLABY and MICHAEL ALLABY

pyrolysis

views updated May 09 2018

pyrolysis The heating of organic molecules without oxygen, to produce hydrocarbons (char) which have a high calorific value. Fuel produced by this process can be concentrated and stored. Organic waste may be used.

A Dictionary of Ecology MICHAEL ALLABY

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