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Oxidiser (Noun)

Meaning

A substance that oxidizes another substance.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • Potassium nitrate is a strong oxidiser often used in fireworks and rocket fuel.
  • The oxygen in the air acts as an oxidiser, slowly corroding the metal over time.
  • In the lab, the scientist added an oxidiser to the solution to initiate the chemical reaction.
  • Bleach is a common household oxidiser, used to whiten clothing and remove stains.
  • Hydrogen peroxide is a powerful oxidiser that can be used to disinfect wounds.

Synonyms

  • Oxidant
  • Oxidizer
  • Oxidizing Agent

Hypernyms

  • Chemical Agent

Hyponyms

  • Hydrogen Peroxide
  • Peroxide

Related Words

  • Oxidise (verb)
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