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Iron can oxidize and form rust.
What does Oxidize mean?
Oxidize means to react with oxygen or lose electrons.
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To combine with oxygen or go through a chemical change involving electron loss.
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The apple began to oxidize after it was cut.
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The experiment showed how different materials oxidize at different speeds.
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MeaningOxidize means to react with oxygen or lose electrons.
ExampleExample: Iron can oxidize and form rust.
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