What does calcination mean?
The process of heating a substance to a high temperature, often in the absence of air, to remove moisture or volatile matter, or to decompose it into its constituent elements. This process is often used in the production of metals, such as lime and alumina.
Example
"The calcination of limestone is a crucial step in the production of cement."
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