Oxidization: meaning, definitions and examples

Typically used in non-technical contexts to refer to the process of a substance combining with oxygen.

• The apple turned brown due to oxidization.
• To prevent oxidization, keep the wine bottle sealed.

Commonly used in scientific or technical contexts to discuss the chemical process where electrons are lost when a substance combines with oxygen.

• The oxidation of metals often leads to rust.
• Oxidation is a key concept in redox reactions.

This term is often used in scientific and technical contexts to describe the process where a substance combines with oxygen. It is commonly referred to in chemistry and environmental science.

• The oxidization of iron leads to rust.
• During the experiment, we observed the oxidization of the metal surface.

Corrosion is typically used in engineering, construction, and materials science to describe the gradual destruction of materials, usually metals, by chemical reactions with their environment. It has a more practical and applied context compared to 'oxidization' and can have a negative connotation.

• The corrosion of the pipeline caused a major oil spill.
• Engineers are developing new coatings to prevent corrosion in marine environments.

Note: It seems there is a repetition of 'oxidization' which is essentially a variant spelling of 'oxidation'. The contexts and examples can be similar to the first entry.

• Just like in the first entry, the car's paint showed signs of oxidization after being exposed to the elements for years
• Researchers are studying oxidization processes in different materials

Usually employed in general contexts, including everyday language. It refers broadly to the chemical reaction where a substance combines with oxygen, often resulting in rust or tarnish.

• Rust is a common result of the oxidation of iron
• The chef explained that browning apples is caused by oxidation