Waste Management

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The question asks to identify the thermal waste treatment process that specifically involves heating in the complete absence of oxygen.

Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
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Step 4: Final Answer:
Pyrolysis is the process where waste material is burnt (thermally decomposed) in the absence of oxygen.

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Waste Management

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