Environmental Chemistry Vocabulary

noun the process or result of oxidizing, or being oxidized.

adjective relating to or undergoing oxidation.

• Oxidation is a chemical reaction in which a substance loses electrons.
• Leaving metal outside can cause oxidation, making it rust.
• Dude, that old car is gonna get some serious oxidation if you don't take care of it.
• The oxidation of trust in their relationship led to its eventual breakdown.

verb to undergo a chemical reaction in which a substance combines with oxygen

• When iron is exposed to oxygen and moisture, it will oxidize and form rust.
• If you leave that metal out in the rain, it's gonna oxidize and turn all rusty.
• Don't worry about the bike, it's just gonna oxidize a bit from being left outside.
• Over time, the stress of his job began to oxidize his once positive attitude.

noun A chemical reaction in which chlorine is added to a compound in the presence of air or oxygen.

• Aerochlorination is a chemical process used in the production of certain chemicals.
• I heard they're using aerochlorination to make those new products at the plant.
• They're aerochlorinating the heck out of those chemicals.
• Her approach to problem-solving is like aerochlorination, quick and efficient.