Definitions for: Oxidation


[n] the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction



Webster (1913) Definition: Ox`i*da"tion, n. [Cf. F. oxidation.] (Chem.)
The act or process of oxidizing, or the state or result of
being oxidized.

Synonyms: oxidisation, oxidization

See Also: burning, calcination, chemical reaction, combustion, nitrification, reaction, rust, rusting

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