Question

Carbonization is an example of ____________.
(A) Chemical combustion.
(B) Thermal Chemical Composition.
(C) Hydrolysis.
(D) Redox Reaction.

Answer 1

Hint: We know that Carbonization is the conversion by thermal decomposition of organic matter such as plants and dead animal remains into carbon. This generally works in the anaerobic condition or in the presence of limited amounts of oxygen or other substrates, catalysts or solvents for the processing of organic matter.

Complete answer:
Carbonization is the conversion by thermal decomposition of organic matter such as plants and dead animal remains into carbon. This generally works in the anaerobic condition or in the presence of limited amounts of oxygen or other substrates, catalysts or solvents for the processing of organic matter. The carbonization reaction takes place in the presence of heat. The heat decomposes the organic materials like plants or dead animals into its carbonaceous form. Carbonization is the process which involves the breakdown of complex substances into simpler ones. It involves the conversion of organic substances such as wood or agricultural residues into carbon or carbon-containing substances by heating or destructive distillation. Since there is involvement of heat the process is also called pyrolysis. During carbonization, organic matter (dead vegetation) undergoes thermochemical decomposition to convert into coal and coal processed products such as coal gas.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option B.

Note:
Remember that to create a new catalyst for the generation of biodiesel from ethanol and fatty acids, carbonization was used. The carbonization process is mainly used to produce charcoal from biomass. Carbonization process produces harmful residues and in order to reduce the risks necessary precaution should be taken. The smoke produced during the carbonization reaction produces a very high content of carbon monoxide, which is harmful to our health. It can damage our respiratory system, so necessary care should be taken. The residues given out during the Carbonization process can be irritating to skin, we have to cover our body and face fully.