Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Soots

👉 The term "soots" is a reference to the appearance of black spots or patches on various materials, particularly wood and other fibers. These soots are often described as a result of the rapid chemical reaction between the wood fibers and the oxygen in the air during its drying process. The term "soots" was first used by industrial engineer John A. D'Angelo in his 1973 book "Chemical Processes: Principles, Applications, and Engineering Problems".

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