carbonation

noun4

1. •
   The state of having carbon dioxide gas dissolved in a liquid; the act or process of creating that state.

   • Soda pop is basically sugar water with a little bit of flavoring and added carbonation.
2. •
   The amount or level of dissolved carbon dioxide remaining in solution.

   • Celia didn't eat at the diner anymore because she thought the carbonation in their fountain drinks was off.
3. •
   The replacement of calcium hydroxide with calcium carbonate triggered by a chemical reaction.
4. •
   Synonym of carbonization.