Definition

The scientific study of how heat or flames affect materials, especially in relation to explosives and chemical reactions.

Example

Pyrology is essential for understanding how different materials react to high temperatures.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about pyrology?

I think I saw something about it in a science magazine.

Yeah, it's the study of heat and flame, especially with explosives.

That sounds fascinating! I didn't realize there was a whole field dedicated to that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pyrology is formed from "pyro-" (from Greek "pur", meaning fire) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word refers to the study of fire.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fire' ('pyro-') and 'study' ('-logy') to remember that pyrology is the study of fire.

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