Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The trade-name of a mixture of metallic aluminium in a very finely divided condition (so-called ‘aluminium bronze powder'), with the oxid of one or more metals, which on being ignited gives rise to an extremely high temperature as the result of combustion of the aluminium which unites with oxygen abstracted from the oxid used.
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Examples
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The process of welding which makes use of the great heat produced by oxygen combining with aluminum is known as the Thermit process and was perfected by Dr. Hans Goldschmidt.
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Thermit, which is a mixture of aluminum and iron oxide used in brazing and welding.
Kelly Miller's History of the World War for Human Rights Kelly Miller 1901
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"Thermit," was all Kennedy said, as just a trace of a smile of satisfaction flitted over his face.
The Ear in the Wall 1908
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"Thermit" shells, which, when they struck and burst, would not only set free a paralysing gas, but would also produce a molten "thermit" mass of
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"Thermit," whispered Constance in reply, as the two watched the glowing mass fascinated, "an invention of a German chemist named
Constance Dunlap 1908
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Goldschmidt Thermit Company, makes use of a mixture of finely powdered aluminum with an oxide of iron called by the trade name, Thermit.
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"Thermit?" echoed Carton, still as mystified as before.
The Ear in the Wall 1908
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"Thermit?" echoed Andrews, shifting the cigar which he had allowed to go out in the excitement.
The Silent Bullet 1908
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Thermit Reaction aluminium +iron (III) oxide iron + aluminium oxide identify what is being oxidised and what is being reduced?
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