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ozonization

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /oʊˌzoʊnɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /oʊˌzoʊnɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

A process involving the treatment of a substance with ozone, often used for purification or disinfection.


Example

The ozonization of water can help eliminate harmful bacteria and pollutants.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard about ozonization in water treatment?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read that it helps purify the water effectively.
Sloth A
It's fascinating how ozonization can remove pollutants, right?
Sloth B
Absolutely! It seems like a great method for keeping our water clean.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ozonolysis
oxidation
treatment
Antonyms
decomposition
deterioration
pollution
Root Explanation

Ozonization is formed from "ozone" (from Greek "ozein", meaning to smell) and "-ization" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a process or action). The word refers to the process of treating something with ozone, often to purify or disinfect.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'ozone' which relates to a distinct smell, and remember that 'ozonization' is the process of using ozone for treatment.

Visually Confused Words
deozonization
polonization
opsonization
colonization
ionization
zonation
woolenization
podzolization
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