égése

Égése is the Hungarian noun form for the act or process of burning. In general usage, it denotes combustion, the chemical reaction by which a fuel reacts with an oxidizer, releasing heat and often light. The term is used in everyday language as well as in scientific and industrial contexts. Etymologically, it derives from the verb égni meaning to burn; the suffix -ése marks the noun form of an action.

In chemistry, burning is an exothermic oxidation reaction. For combustion to occur, three elements must be present: a fuel, an oxidizer (typically atmospheric oxygen), and sufficient heat to reach ignition temperature. When complete combustion occurs, the primary products are carbon dioxide and water; incomplete combustion can yield carbon monoxide, soot, and other hydrocarbons, depending on the fuel and oxygen supply. The intensity and color of flames depend on the substances involved and conditions such as pressure.

Applications include energy production, heating, cooking, and propulsion. Fires are managed with control measures ranging from architectural protections to extinguishing agents such as water, foam, dry chemical powders, or carbon dioxide. Safety considerations emphasize avoiding ignition sources, proper storage of fuels, and rapid response to uncontrolled fires. In medical contexts, burns refer to injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation; treatment focuses on preventing infection and promoting tissue healing.

Because of its potential danger, the concept of égése is treated with caution in safety standards, firefighting, and environmental protection. It also appears in literature and art as a metaphor for destruction, transformation, or renewal.