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Definition of oxide
: a binary compound of oxygen with a more electropositive element or group
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For Nearly Neons, a base of organic castor seed oil is triple milled with a blend of iron oxides, food-grade pigments and D&C Colorants.
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The pollutants: Ozone: It's formed by chemical reactions between oxides of nitrogen and volatile organic compounds in the presence of sunlight.
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Founded by surfers, Pacifica uses safe and sustainable ingredients; zinc oxide is the UV-deflector here.
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This clear mineral mist contains zinc oxide and titanium dioxide — physical UV blockers that sit on top of the skin reflecting rays.
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Rebecca Burger Instagram The dispensers are highly pressurized and work by injecting nitrous oxide into the metal container.
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Whipped cream dispensers use nitrous oxide canisters, which, when pierced by a pin, release the gas and pressurize the cream container.
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Aluminum powder and iron oxide can burn rapidly when mixed.
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Airlines were rated on a number of categories, including nitrogen oxide emissions and efficient landing approaches.
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Origin and Etymology of oxide
French oxide, oxyde, from ox- (from oxygène oxygen) + -ide (from acide acid)
OXIDE Defined for English Language Learners
oxide
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chemistry : a compound of oxygen and another substance
OXIDE Defined for Kids
oxide
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: a compound of oxygen with another element or group of elements an iron oxide
Medical Dictionary
oxide
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: a binary compound of oxygen with a more electropositive element or chemical group
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