Acidizing

/ˈæsɪdaɪzɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The process of treating something with acid, especially in industrial or geological applications.

Etymology

Present participle of acidize; the -ing suffix creates the gerund form indicating an ongoing action or process.

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Oil companies spend billions on acidizing treatments because it's often cheaper than drilling new wells, making chemistry one of energy's best-kept economic secrets.

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