Use 'superheated' for discussing scientific and industrial processes involving extreme temperatures. The superheated materials were crucial for the laboratory's research on thermal resistance.
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Not Just Hot
'Superheated' implies temperatures beyond hot, often beyond a substance's normal boiling point. Copper becomes superheated before turning into a hot, flowing liquid for casting.
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Energy Content
Superheated substances, like steam, contain high energy, used in engines and turbines. The turbine runs efficiently on superheated steam due to its high energy content.