Question

What is carbonization?

Answer 1

Carbonization:

• It is a process in which an organic compound is converted into carbon or carbon-containing residue by the thermal decomposition method.
• It usually works in an anaerobic situation or in the presence of a lesser amount of oxygen.
• Carbonization produces substances that can prove harmful and simple precautions should be taken to reduce risks.
• The gas produced by carbonization has a high content of carbon monoxide which is poisonous when breathed.

Uses of carbonization:

• It is used for the generation of charcoal from biomass.
• It is used to produce biodiesel from ethanol and fatty acids.