chemical reaction

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The crystals are driven by a chemical reaction similar to the one used to power rockets.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

Form’s iron-air batteries generate electricity through a chemical reaction involving oxygen, water and iron powder that mimics how old pieces of metal gather rust.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

More abundant metals tend to break down quickly, which reduces their ability to drive the chemical reaction.

From Science Daily • Feb. 3, 2026

The smoldering chemical reaction inside Chiquita Canyon Landfill is growing and could last for decades, according to a new state analysis.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2025

Even worse, though, a chemical reaction that was occurring in the high heat of the reactor core was producing highly flammable hydrogen gas.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland