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  1. Pyrolysis - Wikipedia

    In the chemical process industry, pyrolysis refers to a partial thermal degradation of carbonaceous materials that takes place in an inert (oxygen free) atmosphere and produces both gases, …

  2. Pyrolysis | Chemical Reaction & Energy Conversion | Britannica

    Sep 20, 2025 · Pyrolysis transforms organic materials into their gaseous components, a solid residue of carbon and ash, and a liquid called pyrolytic oil (or bio-oil). Pyrolysis has two …

  3. Pyrolysis: What it is, how it works, and its applications - Repsol

    Jan 24, 2025 · Pyrolysis is a process that uses high temperatures in an environment without oxygen to decompose materials without combustion. As a result, three main by-products are …

  4. Pyrolysis | Basic Principles, Types and Uses - Engineeringa2z

    Sep 11, 2024 · Pyrolysis is a technology that converts biomass into liquid products that can be turned into biofuels, fuel additives, and chemical replacements. It involves heating organic …

  5. What Is Pyrolysis and How Does It Work? - Live to Plant

    Jul 19, 2025 · Pyrolysis is a powerful thermochemical process that breaks down organic materials by heat in the absence of oxygen yielding valuable products like bio-oil, syngas, and char.

  6. Pyrolysis - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    Pyrolysis is the thermal decomposition of (in the current context) organic materials at elevated temperatures in an inert atmosphere. The process involves a change of chemical composition …

  7. Definition & Explanation of Pyrolysis - InspectAPedia

    Definition of pyrolysis & why you should care: This article defines pyrolysis - the chemical change that occurs in wood and other materials, lowering the material combustion point in response to …

  8. Pyrolysis

    The world is facing an increasing demand for renewable energy sources due to the growing concerns about climate change and the depletion of fossil fuels. One promising approach is …

  9. Pyrolysis in Chemistry: Definition, Types & Practical Uses - Vedantu

    Pyrolysis is the thermal decomposition of organic materials at high temperatures (typically above 400°C) in the complete or near-complete absence of oxygen. Instead of burning, the heat …

  10. What is Pyrolysis? - BYJU'S

    Pyrolysis can be defined as the process of subjecting substances to highly elevated temperatures in relatively inert atmospheres in order to facilitate their thermal decomposition.