noun
- a substance that causes oxidation by accepting electrons from another substance
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is 'oxidizer'; commonly used in chemistry and industrial contexts
Examples
- Chlorine is a strong oxidiser used in water treatment.
- The oxidiser in rocket fuel helps the fuel burn more efficiently.
- Hydrogen peroxide acts as an oxidiser in many chemical reactions.
- Industrial processes often rely on oxidisers to break down pollutants.
- Oxygen itself is a common oxidiser in combustion reactions.