Graphitizable

/ɡræfɪˈtaɪzəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being converted into or transformed into graphite.

Etymology

From graphitize (from graphite plus -ize) plus -able suffix. A technical term in materials science and metallurgy.

Kelly Says

Some carbon-rich materials can be 'graphitized' by heating to extremely high temperatures — this industrial trick transforms worthless carbon into valuable conducting material!

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