oxidation (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɒksɪˈdeɪʃən/
Definition
The process where a substance loses electrons, often by reacting with oxygen.
Examples
Rusting is a common example of oxidation.
The oxidation of food can lead to spoilage.
Scientists studied the oxidation rates of different metals.
How to Use oxidation
- oxidation of (prepositional phrase)
- The process of oxidation applied to a specific substance. — "The oxidation of lipids in the body can be harmful."
- oxidation state (collocation)
- The degree of oxidation of an atom in a chemical compound. — "The oxidation state of sulfur in sulfuric acid is +6."
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