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氧化
yǎnghuà
Description
氧化是一种化学变化,东西和空气里的氧气结合就会氧化。
Oxidation is a chemical change where a substance combines with oxygen in the air.
比如铁放久了会生锈,苹果切开变黄,这些都是氧化。
For example, iron rusts after a long time, and apples turn yellow when cut; these are all oxidation.
Meanings
氧化yǎnghuà
to oxidize; oxidation (chemical reaction with oxygen)
铁在潮湿的空气里容易氧化。
Iron easily oxidizes in humid air.
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Notes
- Etymology
氧 (oxygen) + 化 (-ize/to become), meaning to combine with oxygen.
- Nuance
a scientific term; in daily life it describes rust or food browning.
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