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the decomposition of organic matter by heat in the absence of oxygen, resulting in the formation of various byproducts such as gas, liquid, and char
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Pyrolysis is a process that involves the decomposition of organic materials at high temperatures in the absence of oxygen.
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I heard they're using pyrolysis to convert waste into biochar for their garden.
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Let's fire up the pyrolysis machine and see what kind of magic it can do.
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His anger was like the pyrolysis of emotions, burning away any trace of rational thought.