Chemical Reactions Glossary

noun a linguistic process in which words are formed by stringing together morphemes without changing them

• The process of agglutination involves the clumping together of particles or cells.
• When the blood test showed signs of agglutination, the doctor knew there was a problem.
• I hate when my cereal gets soggy and there's agglutination of the flakes.
• The agglutination of ideas in her mind led to a breakthrough in her research.

adjective describing something as being characterized by or producing a sudden, intense burst or sound

• The blasty winds caused damage to the crops.
• Wow, that was a blasty party last night!
• The concert was so blasty, I couldn't stop dancing.
• Her blasty personality always lights up the room.

noun the action or process of becoming darker in color

adjective making or becoming dark or darker

• The darkening sky signaled the approaching storm.
• I noticed the darkening clouds and decided to bring an umbrella just in case.
• The party was just getting started when the darkening happened.
• His mood was darkening as he realized the extent of the situation.

verb to break down or rot; to decay

adjective having undergone decomposition; decayed

• The organic matter in the compost pile decomposed over time, turning into nutrient-rich soil.
• I left the fruit out for too long and now it's all decomposed and mushy.
• That old sandwich in my backpack has probably decomposed by now.
• The relationship between the two countries had decomposed beyond repair.

verb to use up or reduce something in quantity or size

• The excessive use of natural resources is causing them to deplete at an alarming rate.
• I need to be careful not to deplete my savings by spending too much on unnecessary things.
• I can't believe how quickly she managed to deplete her entire stash of snacks.
• His constant negative attitude seems to deplete the energy of everyone around him.

noun a mental disorder or disturbance

• The patient exhibited signs of cognitive derangement.
• She went through a period of emotional derangement after the breakup.
• His behavior was so deranged, it was like he was from another planet.
• The derangement of the original plan led to a complete restructuring of the project.

noun a sudden and violent release of energy caused by an explosion

• The detonation of the bomb caused widespread damage to the building.
• I heard the loud detonation and knew something had exploded.
• The detonation was so loud, it scared the living daylights out of me.
• The detonation of emotions in the room was palpable as the argument escalated.

verb To drench or soak thoroughly; to extinguish a fire by throwing water or other liquid on it

• The firefighters had to douse the flames with water to prevent the spread of the fire.
• I accidentally doused myself with water while trying to water the plants.
• He doused his fries with ketchup before digging in.
• She doused her anger with a deep breath before responding calmly.

• The process of fermenting grapes is essential in winemaking.
• I left the dough to ferment overnight before baking it.
• Let's ferment some cabbage to make sauerkraut.
• The tension in the room seemed to ferment as the argument escalated.

noun a state, process, or instance of combustion in which fuel or other material is ignited and combined with oxygen, giving off light, heat, and flame

verb to dismiss someone from a job or position

adjective relating to or involving fire

• The firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the raging fire in the building.
• We gathered around the fire pit to roast marshmallows and tell stories.
• The party was lit - there was a bonfire and everyone was having a great time.
• Her passion for music was like a fire that burned brightly within her soul.

verb past participle of 'intoxicate', which means to poison or stupefy with a chemical substance such as alcohol

adjective describes a person who is affected by alcohol or drugs to the point of losing control of their faculties

• The driver was found to be intoxicated during the routine traffic stop.
• He was so intoxicated at the party last night, he couldn't even walk straight.
• She was totally wasted and intoxicated after drinking all night.
• The beauty of the sunset left me feeling intoxicated with joy.

verb to undergo the process of decay or decomposition

adjective in a state of decay or decomposition

• The putrefied remains of the animal were carefully examined by the forensic team.
• The smell coming from the putrefied food in the fridge was unbearable.
• I accidentally stepped on some putrefied garbage while walking down the street.
• The relationship had become so toxic that it felt like it was putrefied beyond repair.

noun the property of certain substances to spontaneously emit radiation, often in the form of particles or electromagnetic waves

adjective relating to or exhibiting radioactivity

• The scientist conducted a study on the effects of radioactivity on living organisms.
• I heard that radioactivity can be harmful if not properly handled.
• Dude, stay away from that area, it's full of radioactivity!
• The tension between them was like radioactivity, always present and potentially harmful.

verb to build up or form again; reconstruct; to return (a dehydrated or concentrated food) to the original consistency by adding water

• The company had to reconstitute its board of directors after the scandal.
• I had to reconstitute my soup because it was too watery.
• We need to reconstitute the team for the upcoming project.
• The artist was able to reconstitute the broken pieces into a beautiful sculpture.

verb to make or become red in color, typically as a result of embarrassment, anger, or excitement

• The cold weather caused her cheeks to redden.
• Every time he saw her, his face would redden with embarrassment.
• I could see him start to redden when he realized he was wrong.
• The sunset made the sky redden as the day came to an end.

noun a reddish-brown or orange coating that forms on iron or steel as a result of oxidation

verb to deteriorate or become impaired due to neglect or lack of use

• The metal gate had started to show signs of rust due to prolonged exposure to the elements.
• I need to clean off the rust from my bike before I can start riding it again.
• That old car is so rusty, it's practically falling apart!
• Time had a way of rusting away at the memories, leaving them faded and worn.

noun a type of vapor or gas

• Water vapor is the gaseous state of water and is invisible to the naked eye.
• When you see steam rising from a cup of hot tea, that's actually water vapor.
• The air was so humid, it felt like we were breathing in water vapor.
• Her ideas were like water vapor, constantly changing and evaporating before they could be fully realized.

noun the action of removing clothing or covering from something

verb present participle of the verb 'strip', which means to remove clothing or covering from something

• The process of stripping the old paint off the walls can be quite time-consuming.
• I'm thinking of stripping down this old table and giving it a fresh coat of paint.
• She's really good at stripping, she's been doing it for years.
• He's slowly stripping away her defenses with his charm.

noun a chemical compound formed by the reaction of an acid with an alcohol, often used in the production of plastics

verb to convert into an acetate

• The chemist was able to acetize the compound to create a new substance.
• I heard you can acetize that solution to make it more potent.
• Let's acetize this mixture and see what happens.
• She was able to acetize her business plan to make it more appealing to investors.

noun a series of hydrocarbons that contain a triple bond between two carbon atoms, such as ethyne (acetylene)

• The acetylene series of organic compounds is characterized by a triple bond between two carbon atoms.
• I learned about the acetylene series in my organic chemistry class.
• The acetylene series is like the rockstar of organic compounds with its triple bond.
• Exploring the acetylene series is like diving deep into the world of carbon chemistry.

noun A compound that is derived from an acid by replacing the hydroxyl group with a halogen atom.

• The synthesis of acid halides involves reacting carboxylic acids with halogenating agents.
• You can make acid halides by mixing carboxylic acids with halogen compounds.
• If you want to whip up some acid halides, just throw together some acids and halogens.
• Creating acid halides is like mixing together puzzle pieces to form a new picture.

noun a type of precipitation that contains high levels of acidity, usually caused by air pollution

• The environmental impact of acid snow on ecosystems is a growing concern.
• I heard that acid snow can really harm plants and animals.
• Yo, have you seen that acid snow outside? It's crazy!
• The acid snow of criticism fell heavily upon his reputation.

noun an aerobic exercise or activity

adjective relating to or requiring oxygen

• Aerobic exercise is known to improve cardiovascular health.
• I prefer doing aerobic workouts like running or cycling.
• I'm all about that aerobic life, gotta keep my heart pumping!
• In order to succeed in the marathon, you need to have aerobic endurance.