Refers to an impure form of graphitic carbon that is created as a residue when carbonaceous material is partially burned, or heated with limited access of air. It is used as a drawing material, for filtering liquids or air, and for other purposes.
Broader Terms
<modified plant material> (294)
Narrower Terms
charcoal black (59),
wood charcoal (1)
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