Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Nitridize

👉 The term "nitridize" is a chemical reaction that involves removing or dissolving a metal atom from its compound. It typically occurs when an element with a higher atomic number than the one it is being oxidized to (like iron in this case) loses electrons, releasing them as ions and forming a metal oxide. The resulting oxide can then be further treated to obtain a different metal, such as nickel or copper. This process is also known as electrolysis.

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