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chemical reaction

[kem-i-kuhl ree-ak-shuhn] / ˈkɛm ɪ kəl riˈæk ʃən /


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The powders and the coating are carried by gas and brought together in a chemical reaction.

From BBC Sep. 10, 2026

In other words, continuing to cool the tank could slow the chemical reaction in a way that avoids an explosion.

From Los Angeles Times May 23, 2026

Hydrogen sulfide smells like rotten eggs and can be produced by a chemical reaction and by some organic material, such as sewage.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 22, 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

“It’s all household stuff. Baking soda. Stuff like that. My cousin told me how. It’s a chemical reaction, but it’s harmless stuff.”

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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