oxides
The Spanish term 'óxidos' translates to 'oxides' in English. These are compounds that contain at least one oxygen atom and one other element in its chemical formula. Most often, oxides are encountered in the context of chemistry or metallurgy. In everyday life, these substances often manifest as rust, which forms when iron comes into contact with moisture and oxygen, creating iron oxide. 'Óxidos' can refer to this as well as other similar compounds.
The formation of oxides is a natural process.
This phrase shows the use of 'óxidos' or 'oxides' in the context of natural processes, expressing that the formation of oxides is a part of natural chemical reactions.
Basic oxides are neutralized with acids.
This phrase is often used in chemistry to illustrate how oxides, specifically 'óxidos básicos' or 'basic oxides', will neutralize when they come into contact with acids.
Nitrogen oxides are pollutants in the air we breathe.
This phrase uses 'óxidos' in a way that explains a real-world issue: air pollution. It mentions 'óxidos de nitrógeno' ('nitrogen oxides'), which are pollutants in our air.