ClimateAugust 15, 2026

thermochemical

THUR-mo-KEM-i-kuhl

Definition

Relating to or involving the chemical processes that involve the absorption or release of heat.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'therme' meaning heat, combined with 'chemical,' which originates from the Greek 'khemeia' regarding alchemy. It entered English in the 19th century to describe the branch of science dealing with heat in chemical reactions.

In the news

The term describes the specific scientific processes Professor Chin uses to convert waste materials into renewable energy. It highlights the technical nature of the sustainable solutions being researched at her university.

Curtin Academics Help Shape Climate Change Strategies

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Sarawak Tribune

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