Oxidizable: meaning, definitions and examples

Use 'oxidizable' for materials that can react with oxygen. Often used in scientific and technical contexts.

• Iron is an oxidizable metal that forms rust when exposed to air
• Certain chemicals are highly oxidizable and must be handled with care

Use 'combustible' to describe materials that can burn. It is often used in safety warnings and regulations.

• Store combustible materials away from open flames
• The storage area contains combustible liquids

Use 'flammable' when referring to substances that catch fire easily. Typically seen on labels of household or industrial products.

• This spray paint is highly flammable
• Keep flammable objects away from heat sources

Use 'reactive' when describing substances that can easily undergo chemical reactions. Commonly used in chemistry and dangerous goods classifications.

• The laboratory contains highly reactive chemicals
• These two substances are very reactive and must not be stored together