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ox·i·da·tion·al, ox·i·da·tive, adjective
non·ox·i·da·tion, noun
non·ox·i·da·tive, adjective
non·ox·i·di·za·tion, noun
o·ver·ox·i·di·za·tion, noun
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Oxidation
is always a great word to know.
So is addition. Does it mean:
| a reaction in which two or more substances combine to form another compound |
| a substance that causes a chemical reaction without itself being affected |
Example Sentences
- Then it's embedded in paraffin, which prevents oxidation.
- If you do cut raw ulu, dip the pieces in water as you cut them to prevent oxidation.
- The processes that drive ballast-tank corrosion hasten the familiar action of oxidation.
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Word Origin & History
oxidation
1791, from Fr. oxidation (1787), noun of action from oxider "oxidize," from oxide (see oxide).
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American Heritage
Medical Dictionary
oxidation ox·i·da·tion (ŏk'sĭ-dā'shən)
n.
The combination of a substance with oxygen.
A reaction in which the atoms in an element lose electrons and the valence of the element is correspondingly increased.
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Science Dictionary
oxidation  (ŏk'sĭ-dā'shən) Pronunciation Key
oxidative adjective |
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Cultural Dictionary
oxidation definition
Any chemical reaction in which a material gives up electrons, as when the material combines with oxygen. Burning is an example of rapid oxidation; rusting is an example of slow oxidation. (See combustion and reduction.)
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