carbonization

[ kahr-buh-nuh-zey-shuh n ]

/ ˌkɑr bə nəˈzeɪ ʃən /

formation of carbon from organic matter.

coal distillation, as in coke ovens.

Origin of carbonization

First recorded in 1795–1805; carbonize + -ation

There are two distinct states of carbonization in illuminating gas.

Great Facts |Frederick C. Bakewell
If the carbonization of the coal has been carried to its utmost point, the coke produced, has a brilliant silvery lustre.

A Practical Treatise on Gas-light |Fredrick Accum
As we have said, there is a double series of chambers for carbonization, drying, and work generally.

Scientific American Supplement, No. 514, November 7, 1885 |Various
Although these mantles emitted a brilliant light for a few hours, their light-emissivity was destroyed by carbonization.

Artificial Light |M. Luckiesh

The higher the temperature at which this carbonization is conducted, the denser is the resulting product.

Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 16, Slice 6 |Various