Advertisement
Vocabulary Entry
perchlorate
|noun • verb
Advertisement
N
noun
A chemical compound containing the perchlorate ion (ClO4−), often used as an oxidizer in rocket propellants and explosives.
Example Sentences
"The lab conducted experiments with ammonium perchlorate for its role in rocket fuels."
"Perchlorate is known to be a potential contaminant in drinking water sources."
"During the fireworks display, perchlorate compounds were used to enhance the colors."
V
verb
To treat or process something with perchlorate (rare usage).
Example Sentences
"The technician will perchlorate the samples to determine their chemical properties."
"In the lab, we perchlorated various substrates to study their reactions."
"Before the experiment, the materials needed to be perchlorated for better results."