Definition

To undergo a process of heating a substance to a high temperature in the presence of air or oxygen, resulting in the removal of volatile substances and the transformation of the material.

Example

The metal ore will calcine when exposed to high temperatures in the furnace.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that some minerals need to calcine to become usable?

Really? I had no idea that was part of the process.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how heat changes their properties when they calcine.

Science is so cool! I love learning about these transformations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A substance that is produced by heating a material to a high temperature, often resulting in a metal oxide or similar compound.

Example

The calcine was used in the production of ceramics.

Conversation

Have you ever seen how they produce calcine in the lab?

No, I haven't. What is it exactly?

It's basically a product made from roasting metals.

Definition

To heat a substance to a very high temperature without melting it, which causes it to lose moisture and change its chemical structure.

Example

The chemist decided to calcine the mineral to prepare it for analysis.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know they calcine certain minerals to extract metals?

Really? I had no idea that was part of the process.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they heat them to such high temperatures.

Root Explanation

Calcine → It is derived from 'calx' (meaning lime or calcium) and the suffix '-ine' (often used to form adjectives). The word 'calcine' refers to the process of heating a substance to a high temperature in the presence of air or oxygen, often to remove volatile substances or to oxidize it, particularly in relation to lime.

Memory Tip

Think of 'calx' which means lime, and remember that 'calcine' involves heating substances, often related to lime or calcium.

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