A volatile substance has a high vapor pressure at a given temperature compared with a non-volatile compound. Examples of Volatile Substances A volatile material is one that has a high vapor pressure. 1  Mercury is a volatile element. 2  Dry ice is a volatile inorganic compound that sublimates at room temperature from solid phase into carbon dioxide vapor. 3  Osmium tetroxide (OsO4), is another volatile inorganic compound. 4  Many organic compounds are volatile.
The definition of an exploit is a heroic act or an act worthy of praise. An example of exploit is a journey to the top of a large mountain.
exploit. A great or heroic deed: achievement, feat, gest, masterstroke, stunt, tour de force. 1. To put into action or use: actuate, apply, employ, exercise, implement, practice, use, utilize. Idioms: avail oneself of, bring into play, bring to bear, make use of, put into practice, put to use. 2. To take advantage of unfairly: abuse, impose, presume, use. 3. To control to one's own advantage by artful or indirect means: maneuver, manipulate, play.