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Oxidizing Agent (Noun)

Meaning

A substance that oxidizes another substance.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • Chlorine is a strong oxidizing agent used in the production of plastics and detergents.
  • The oxidizing agent in the chemical reaction was hydrogen peroxide, which broke down into water and oxygen.
  • Ozone is a naturally occurring oxidizing agent in the atmosphere, protecting life on Earth from the sun's ultraviolet radiation.
  • The fire prevention system used a non-toxic oxidizing agent to deprive the fire of oxygen and extinguish the flames.
  • Potassium dichromate is a powerful oxidizing agent often used in analytical chemistry and laboratory settings.

Synonyms

  • Oxidant
  • Oxidizer
  • Oxidiser

Hypernyms

  • Chemical Agent

Hyponyms

  • Hydrogen Peroxide
  • Peroxide
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