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pyrolyze

/ˌpaɪrəˈlaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does pyrolyze mean?

verb

To cause something to undergo pyrolysis, a chemical decomposition process that occurs in the absence of oxygen, often resulting in the production of flammable gases and solid residues.

Example

"The scientist decided to pyrolyze the organic material to study its chemical composition."

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