Chemical Processes

noun the act or process of making something white or lighter in color, typically by using chemicals or sunlight

• The process of bleaching is commonly used in the textile industry to remove color from fabrics.
• I heard that bleaching your hair at home can be risky if not done properly.
• My mom is always bleaching the counters to keep them sparkling clean.
• The intense sunlight was like bleaching the memories of the old house, fading them into obscurity.

noun the process of passing an electric current through a substance to cause a chemical change

• The process of electrolysis involves the decomposition of a compound using an electric current.
• My science project this year is all about electrolysis and its applications.
• I heard electrolysis is like magic for removing unwanted hair.
• In a way, electrolysis can be seen as a way to 'cleanse' substances by breaking them down into their basic components.

verb to engrave or carve a design into a surface

• The artist used a sharp tool to etch intricate designs onto the metal plate.
• I tried to etch my name into the tree bark with a pocket knife.
• He etched his initials into the wet concrete before it dried.
• The memories of that day are etched into my mind forever.

verb to remove or dissolve out substances from a material by the action of a liquid

• The chemicals leached into the soil, causing contamination.
• The rain leached all the color out of my new jeans.
• I accidentally leached all the flavor out of my pasta sauce.
• The artist's emotions leached into every brushstroke of the painting.

noun the act of crushing or pulverizing something into a soft mass

verb to crush or pulverize something into a soft mass

• The chef demonstrated the proper technique for mashing potatoes.
• I love mashing up avocados to make guacamole.
• I was mashing on the dance floor last night.
• The intense workout felt like mashing my muscles into submission.

verb to become or cause to become ripe; to mature or develop fully

• The fruit will ripen naturally on the tree before being harvested.
• Just leave the bananas on the counter to ripen for a few days.
• Let's wait for the gossip to ripen before spreading it around.
• Experience and time will help ripen your understanding of complex concepts.

noun In this context, 'Vulcan' refers to a hypothetical planet in the fictional Star Trek universe, as well as a fictional race of humanoid aliens from that planet.

• The Vulcan language is known for its complex grammar structure.
• Spock is a famous Vulcan character from Star Trek.
• I can't believe she pulled a Vulcan and stayed so calm during the argument.
• His icy demeanor was often compared to that of a Vulcan.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality (acid, process)

• The acid process is commonly used in the manufacturing of various chemicals.
• They use the acid process to make those cleaning products.
• The acid process is like magic for turning raw materials into usable products.
• Going through the acid process can be tough, but it ultimately refines and strengthens us.