chemical reaction

noun

: a chemical change that occurs when two or more substances combine to form a new substance

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Hullar will be remembered in the biochemistry field for his 1966 discovery of a chemical reaction known as the Hanessian-Hullar reaction, which has since become foundational in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and antibiotics. Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2025 Scientists have long suspected that the will-o’-the-wisp’s spectral glow came from a chemical reaction in gases released by decaying organic matter. Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025 The new model redefines the fundamental chemical reaction known as intercalation, and could pave the way for powerful and faster charging lithium-ion batteries. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2025 Rub the foil gently over the rust spots—the chemical reaction helps lift rust. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chemical reaction

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“Chemical reaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chemical%20reaction. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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