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Oxidiser

Definition:

An oxidiser is a substance that facilitates or causes oxidation, a chemical reaction that involves the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state.

Examples of Usage:

As a Noun:

1. Oxygen is a common oxidiser used in chemical reactions.

2. The rocket fuel requires an oxidiser to support combustion.

As a Verb:

1. The fire rapidly oxidised the wood, reducing it to ashes.

2. The metal oxidises when exposed to oxygen in the air.

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