oxidize
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“The presence of ferrihydrite tells us something specific about Mars' past environment,” Valentinas said, describing the cold and pH neutral waters that must have existed to oxidize the soil.
From Salon • Mar. 1, 2025
These, Borduas-Dedekind explains, oxidize in the air, forming larger molecules that can easily absorb water and form clouds.
From National Geographic • Feb. 16, 2024
Even more intriguing beyond this NIR-II luminescence from a molecular manganese system is the observation that after photoexcitation the "molecular Braunstein" can oxidize various organic substrates.
From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2024
Over time, the shiny brass exterior will oxidize, giving the pencil holder a vintage, worn-in feel.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023
“It wouldn’t be stealing. She said her elixir has to oxidize for two weeks. We’d just borrow some of hers now and replace it with some of yours later.”
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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