verb
- changing from a liquid or solid state into vapor; evaporating rapidly
Usage: present participle of volatilize; chemistry
Examples
- The alcohol was volatilizing quickly in the open container.
- Heat caused the chemical compound to begin volatilizing.
- The scientist observed the liquid volatilizing under reduced pressure.
- Mercury is dangerous because it’s constantly volatilizing at room temperature.
- The perfume was volatilizing, filling the room with fragrance.
- Industrial processes often involve volatilizing certain materials.