oxidation

Noun

Meaning

The act or process of oxidizing, or the state or result of being oxidized.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

oxidisation oxidization burning combustion corrosion rust rusting tarnish oxidizing fire flaming blight ovum reduction decay
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Antonyms

growth improve cold reduction improvement freezing
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Hypernyms

reaction chemical reaction

Hyponyms

burning combustion rust rusting nitrification calcination

Related terms

oxide oxidate oxidise oxidative

Phrases with the word

rapid oxidation oxidation stage oxidation preventive glucose oxidation oxidation degree dna oxidation

Examples

Acetyl-CoA may also be obtained from the oxidation of fatty acids. Source: Internet

A cleaner cymbal creates a crisper sound, whereas a cymbal showing signs of oxidation (called a 'raw' cymbal) creates a duller sound. Source: Internet

A diet rich in antioxidant vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, and vitamin A (in the form of beta carotene), is the best defence against the free radical damage of oxidation, which in turn causes wrinkles and pigmentation. Source: Internet

A complex set of biochemical reactions regulates the oxidation of LDL particles, chiefly stimulated by presence of necrotic cell debris and free radicals in the endothelium. Source: Internet

Aerial oxidation, hydrolysis, and other chemical reactions that degrade the products are retarded or prevented entirely. Source: Internet

A healthy diet includes preparation of food and storage methods that preserve nutrients from oxidation, heat or leaching, and that reduce risk of food-born illnesses. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

oxidase inhibitors oxidasic oxidate oxidation degree oxidation dye oxidation inhibitor