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Revision as of 10:04, 5 December 2018

Key Stage 3

Meaning

The hazard symbol for oxidising agents.

An oxidising agent is a chemical that causes the oxidation of other chemicals.

About Oxidising Agents

Oxidising agents can make a fire burn more intensely.
Oxidising agents may allow other chemicals to combust without the need for oxygen in the air.
Solid and liquid oxidising agents are used in explosives.