oxidation

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I learned to force a patina—a controlled oxidation to protect the blade—with vinegar.

From The Wall Street Journal

Green tea leaves may be briefly "withered" by exposure to air after plucking, to remove some moisture; they're then dried to prevent oxidation.

From Salon

“As the iron corrodes and changes color upon oxidation, the black hue gradually transforms into a softer brown,” Mr. Youn explained by email through a translator.

From New York Times

A splash of pink coconut water, which gets its signature shade from oxidation, gives this simple yet stunning take on the classic cosmo an extra refreshing factor.

From Salon

This natural but damaging process is known as oxidation or oxidative stress.

From Salon