thermal decomposition
(ther-mal-de-com-po-si-tion)
7 syllables
Definition
noun. a chemical process in which a compound is broken down into smaller components or simpler substances when heated.
Example Sentence
Thermal decomposition occurs when calcium carbonate is heated, producing calcium oxide and carbon dioxide.
More Example Sentences
The study of thermal decomposition is essential in understanding how various materials behave under heat.
Synonyms
heat decomposition; thermal breakdown
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