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Volatilize
/vəˈlætɪlaɪz/verb
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To volatilize means to convert a substance from a solid or liquid state into a vapor, typically through the application of heat or reduced pressure. This process is fundamental in chemistry for separating compounds and plays a key role in modern applications like air fresheners or pollution control, where it helps release or remove volatile substances efficiently.
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Volatilization is a critical factor in the global carbon cycle, where about 100 billion tons of carbon are released annually from oceans and soils into the atmosphere through this process, influencing climate patterns in ways we’re still fully unraveling.
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