What is another word for oxidations?
Pronunciation: [ˌɒksɪdˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA) 
Oxidations is a chemical reaction that occurs when an element or compound reacts with oxygen. Synonyms for oxidations include combustion, rusting, burning, and corrosion. Other synonyms for oxidations are oxidation-reduction reaction, redox reaction, and electron transfer reaction. These terms are used in chemistry and biology to describe the process of oxidation wherein electrons are transferred between molecules. In organic chemistry, the term "oxidation" refers to a loss of electrons or an increase in the oxidation state of a molecule. The term "reduction" is the opposite of oxidation, where there is a gain of electrons or a decrease in the oxidation state.
