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Gasification

Definition:

Gasification is the conversion of solid or liquid material such as coal, petroleum, or biomass into a gas for use as a fuel. This is done at high temperatures with a controlled amount of oxygen.

Source: GreenFacts

Related words:

Biomass

Translation(s):

Deutsch: Vergasung (chemisch-physikalischer Vorgang)
Español: Gasificación
Français: Gazéification
Nederlands: Vergassing

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