oxidation

[ ok-si-dey-shuhn ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. the process or result of oxidizing.
2. the deposit that forms on the surface of a metal as it oxidizes.

oxidation

/ ˌɒksɪˈdeɪʃən /

noun

1. 1. the act or process of oxidizing
   2. ( as modifier )

      an oxidation state

      an oxidation potential

oxidation

/ ŏk′sĭ-dā′shən /

1. The chemical combination of a substance with oxygen.
2. A chemical reaction in which an atom or ion loses electrons, thus undergoing an increase in valence. Removing an electron from an iron atom having a valence of +2 changes the valence to +3.
3. Compare reduction

oxidation

1. 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 .)

Derived Forms

• ˌoxiˈdational, adjective
• ˈoxiˌdative, adjective

Other Words From

• 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
• reox·i·dation noun
• self-oxi·dation noun
• un·oxi·dative adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of oxidation¹

First recorded in 1785–95; oxide + -ation

Example Sentences

Another factor to consider is acidity, as pH controls the speed at which oxidation occurs.

From Popular-Science

Aluminum-frame pools are lighter than steel frame pools, but to prevent oxidation, the aluminum needs some love and care—and a protective coating.

From Popular-Science

This design ensures minimal oxidation, foaming, and clogging for refreshing juices made from any produce you choose.

From Popular-Science

If you want to store green mangoes, peel and slice, then toss the flesh in fresh lime juice before freezing to prevent oxidation.

From Popular-Science

Certain regions and vintages within those regions are particularly prone to oxidation, and there’s no magic formula for determining whether a given wine has aged gracefully in the bottle.

From Eater

Unlike metals like iron, which rusts and corrodes dramatically, chromium remains stable after oxidation and subsequent burial.

From The Daily Beast

Acetone is derived from decomposition of diacetic acid, and this in turn from beta-oxybutyric acid by oxidation.

From Project Gutenberg

Further study will reveal the fact that the difference is due to the lack of oxidation in the case of the glacial detritus.

From Project Gutenberg

Reduction then appears to involve a loss of positive charges by ions, oxidation a loss of negative charges.

From Project Gutenberg

It stimulates metabolic activity of tissue cells and secures more complete oxidation of energy-yielding elements.

From Project Gutenberg

For in the rarefied air at high altitudes there is insufficient oxygen to promote the normal oxidation of bodily tissue.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• decay
• decomposition
• deterioration
• erosion
• rust