CARBURETION Definition & Meaning

carburetion

[ kahr-buh-rey-shuhn, -byuh-, -byuh-resh-uhn ]

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(in an internal-combustion engine) the process of producing a mixture of air and fuel in the correct proportion for engine combustion.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of carburetion¹

carburet + -ion

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The annual “Carburetion Day” began as a critical on-track session of Indy 500 prep as teams adjusted the carburetors of their gasoline-powered engines.

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Carburetion Day for the 500, on May 27, the last practice before the race, includes a Journey concert, with Blake Shelton featured in a concert the day before the race.

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At least two different general carburetion and induction systems were utilized, possibly three.

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The subjects of carburetion, ignition, cooling and lubrication also are covered in a thorough manner.

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This treatise outlines fully the operation of two- and four-cycle power plants and all ignition, carburetion and lubrication systems in detail.

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