oxidate

the metal will oxidate when exposed to air and moisture.

to prevent rust, you should paint the surface to avoid it oxidating.

some fruits oxidate quickly after being cut.

when iron oxidates, it forms rust.

antioxidants help prevent cells from oxidating.

oxygen can cause certain compounds to oxidate.

the process of food oxidating can affect its taste.

to maintain freshness, store cut vegetables in water to prevent them from oxidating.

when exposed to light, some substances can oxidate rapidly.

the scientist studied how different metals oxidate under various conditions.