pyrolytic

/ˌpaɪrəˈlɪtɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or caused by the chemical decomposition of a material through heating in the absence of oxygen.
    • The pyrolytic process converts organic waste into biochar and gases.
    • The factory uses a pyrolytic furnace to break down tires into usable oil.
    • Researchers developed a new pyrolytic method to recycle plastic more efficiently.
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