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oxidizer

UK
/ˈɒksɪdaɪzə/
US
/ˈɑːksɪdaɪzɚ/

Translations

oxidizernoun
oxidizers
pl
UK
/ˈɒksɪdaɪzə/
US
/ˈɑːksɪdaɪzɚ/
The rocket uses an oxidizer to burn fuel in space.
Ракета использует окислитель для сжигания топлива в космосе.
Synonyms
oxidant
oxidizing agent
reactant
oxidizeradjective
UK
/ˈɒksɪdaɪzə/
US
/ˈɑːksɪdaɪzər/
Used attributively before a noun to describe components or systems that contain or deliver an oxidizer.

Definitions

oxidizernoun
A substance that provides oxygen or another oxidizing agent to support the combustion of fuel.
In rocket propulsion, an oxidizer is combined with fuel to produce thrust.
A chemical compound that readily transfers oxygen atoms or gains electrons in a redox chemical reaction.
Hydrogen peroxide is commonly used as an oxidizer in various chemical reactions.
An industrial apparatus designed to oxidize volatile organic compounds or other pollutants before they are released into the environment.
The plant upgraded its thermal oxidizer to meet stricter air-quality standards.
oxidizeradjective
Relating to or containing an oxidizer, especially in reference to tanks, lines, or systems in propulsion and chemical processes.
The oxidizer valve must be opened before the fuel valve during engine start-up.
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