combustion
The Spanish word 'combustión' corresponds to the English word 'combustion'. It is a scientific term referring to a chemical process in which a substance reacts with an oxidant to produce heat and light. This process is commonly seen in various phenomena such as the burning of a candle, the rusting of iron, and the operation of an internal combustion engine.
The internal combustion engine is very common in cars.
This sentence is discussing the prevalence of internal combustion engines in cars. In this context, 'combustión' is used to describe a specific type of engine.
The combustion of wood produces smoke and ashes.
This sentence is describing the output or result ('smoke and ashes') of the combustion of a specific material ('wood'). In this case, 'combustión' refers to the process by which something burns.
The combustion of fossils contributes to global warming.
This sentence is talking about the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels. 'Combustión' is used here to refer to the process of burning something, specifically fossil fuels, and the resulting contribution to a larger issue (global warming).