Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reduct
noun
/ˈriːdʌkt/
Definition
A substance that can reduce something, commonly used in chemistry to refer to a reagent that brings about a reduction reaction.
Examples
- In the chemical reaction, the reduct lost its electrons to the oxidizing agent.
- Many industrial processes rely on effective reducts to drive their reactions.
Meaning
In a general sense, a reduct refers to anything that causes reduction or diminishment in some aspect, usually in the context of chemical reactions where it donates electrons to another substance.
Synonyms
- reducer
- agent
- deoxidizer
