Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'oxidizable'

English Word: oxidizable

Key Russian Translations:

• окисляемый [ɐˈkʲislʲɪmɨj] - [Formal, Scientific context]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in scientific, chemical, or technical discussions; not common in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: C1 (Advanced; requires familiarity with Russian scientific terminology and adjective inflections)

Pronunciation (Russian):

окисляемый: [ɐˈkʲislʲɪmɨj]

Note on окисляемый: The stress falls on the third syllable; be cautious with the palatalized 'кʲ' sound, which is a common challenge for English speakers. Pronounce it with a soft, fronted 'k' sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

Primary Meaning: Capable of being oxidized (e.g., in chemistry, referring to substances that can undergo oxidation)

Translation(s) & Context:

• окисляемый - Used in formal scientific writing or discussions about chemical reactions, such as describing metals or compounds that react with oxygen.

Usage Examples:

• Этот металл окисляемый при контакте с воздухом.

  This metal is oxidizable when in contact with air.

• В лабораторных условиях мы изучаем, насколько окисляемый этот элемент.

  In laboratory conditions, we study how oxidizable this element is.

• Окисляемый материал требует специального хранения, чтобы предотвратить коррозию.

  The oxidizable material requires special storage to prevent corrosion.

• Химики часто тестируют, является ли вещество окисляемым в различных средах.

  Chemists often test whether a substance is oxidizable in various environments.

• В промышленном производстве окисляемые компоненты защищают покрытиями.

  In industrial production, oxidizable components are protected with coatings.

Secondary Meaning: Figurative or metaphorical use (e.g., something prone to deterioration or change)

Translation(s) & Context:

• окисляемый - Rarely used metaphorically in Russian, but possible in poetic or philosophical contexts to describe something that decays over time.

Usage Examples:

• Его идеи были окисляемыми, как старый металл, под влиянием новых веяний.

  His ideas were oxidizable, like old metal, under the influence of new trends.

• В литературе окисляемый образ часто символизирует уязвимость.

  In literature, the oxidizable image often symbolizes vulnerability.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

окисляемый is an adjective derived from the verb окислять (to oxidize). As a Russian adjective, it follows the standard pattern of short and long forms and inflects for gender, number, and case. It is a passive participle adjective, which means it can vary irregularly based on context.

Note: This adjective does not have short forms in most contexts, but it can be used in short form (e.g., окисляем) in certain predicative constructions, which is irregular for participles.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • окисляющийся (slightly more dynamic, emphasizing the process)
  • подверженный окислению (more descriptive, used in formal contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • неокисляемый (not oxidizable)
  • устойчивый к окислению (resistant to oxidation)

Related Phrases:

• Легко окисляемый материал - Easily oxidizable material; used in discussions about corrosion prevention.
• Окисляемый в воздухе - Oxidizable in air; common in chemical safety contexts.
• Подверженный окислению процесс - Process subject to oxidation; refers to industrial or natural processes.

Usage Notes:

окисляемый directly corresponds to the English "oxidizable" in scientific contexts, but it's more commonly used in technical Russian than in everyday speech. Always ensure the adjective agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, as per standard Russian grammar. For English learners, choose окисляемый when describing chemical properties, but opt for more descriptive phrases like "подверженный окислению" in non-technical writing for clarity. Be aware of its formal tone; avoid in casual conversations.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the base form "окисляемый" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "Этот окисляемый" instead of "Этот окисляемый металл" in nominative case.

  Correct: "Этот окисляемый металл" – Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree with the noun; failing to do so can make the sentence grammatically incorrect and confusing.

• Error: Confusing it with the verb form "окислять," e.g., using "окисляемый" as if it means "to oxidize."

  Correct: Use "окисляемый" for the adjective sense; for the verb, say "окислять" – Explanation: This mix-up can lead to misunderstandings in scientific texts, where precision is key.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian scientific literature, terms like окисляемый are rooted in the historical development of chemistry in Russia, influenced by figures like Dmitri Mendeleev. It doesn't carry strong cultural connotations beyond its technical use, but it reflects Russia's emphasis on industrial and chemical sciences in education and research.

Related Concepts:

• окисление (oxidation)
• коррозия (corrosion)
• химическая реакция (chemical reaction)