Oxidation Collection

Bessemer converter in Longwy steelworks, France
A Bessemer converter in the Longwy steelworks, France -- a process designed for the mass production of steel from molten pig iron

Rusty gas pumps and car at Henrys Route 66 Emporium in Staunton, Illinois, USA

Cytochrome b5 molecule C015 / 6696
Cytochrome b5. Molecular model of cytochrome b5 from a cows liver. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

The International Exhibition: angels from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: angels from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: capital and portion of shaft of column from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: capital and portion of shaft of column from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: detail of the grille from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: detail of the grille from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: angel from the Hereford Screen, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: angel from the Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Hereford Screen, designed by G. G. Scott, R.A. manufactured by Skidmore's Art-Manufacturers Company, Coventry, 1862

The International Exhibition: clock, candelabra, and portes bouquets, by M. Poilleux... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: clock, candelabra, and portes bouquets, by M. Poilleux, of Paris, 1862....the French have long surpassed us in cheapness of production and in artistic taste

Layers of worn auto paint abstract

Ingots, 13th-17th century. Creator: Unknown
Small copper ingot currency or croisettes of the HX type. This group of 5 ingots shows stable oxidation with some minor pitting. Mold form ridges are visible on the underside

The Bessemer Process, illustration from Cassell
STC385351 The Bessemer Process, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by Wilkinson, C.A

Rust abstract

Details of rust and paint on metal

Julius Robert von Mayer (1814-1878), German physician and physicist, 1900. In 1842, von Mayer described the vital chemical process - now referred to as oxidation - as the primary source of energy for

Cut sodium metal. Chunk of the reactive metallic element sodium (Na). The shiny surface has been exposed by a knife cutting the soft metal

Bright blue and orange flame of bunsen burner, close up

Cytochrome P450 complex F006 / 9669
Cytochrome P450 complex. Molecular model of a complex composed of cytochrome P450, carbon monoxide and camphor. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

Tarnished sodium metal. Chunk of the reactive metallic element sodium (Na). Part of this surface was recently exposed by a knife cut

Magnesium ribbon burning. Image 3 of 3. Magnesium metal burns with a bright white flame. During the reaction, it forms white magnesium oxide

Bessemer converter in a steelworks
A Bessemer converter in a steelworks -- a process designed for the mass production of steel from molten pig iron, removing impurities by oxidation by blowing air through the molten iron

Illustration of zinc atoms in electrode dissolving in acid, losing electrons to form cations

Ireland, unionist, troubles, historic, architecture, dome, columns, copper oxidation
Ireland, Belfast, historic, architecture

Piece of Potassium combusting in small glass beaker full of water

Matches igniting C018 / 8594
Matches igniting

Match igniting C018 / 8592
Match igniting

Match igniting C018 / 8591
Match igniting

Match igniting C018 / 8593
Match igniting

DNA repair enzyme, molecular model F006 / 9726
DNA repair enzyme. Molecular model of the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) repair enzyme alpha-ketoglutarate-dependent dioxygenase bound to a molecule of DNA (red and blue)

DNA repair enzyme, molecular model F006 / 9704
DNA repair enzyme. Molecular model of the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) repair enzyme dioxygenase bound to a molecule of DNA (red and blue)

Cytochrome C, molecular model F006 / 9696
Cytochrome C, molecular model. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport, a chain of reactions used to power cellular processes that require energy

Cytochrome BC1 molecule F006 / 9681
Cytochrome BC1, Molecular model. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport, a chain of reactions used to power cellular processes that require energy

Cytochrome C, molecular model F006 / 9670
Cytochrome C, molecular model. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport, a chain of reactions used to power cellular processes that require energy

Cytochrome P450 and erythromycin F006 / 9610
Cytochrome P450 and erythromycin. Molecular model of human cytochrome P450 complexed with the antibiotic erythromycin. This protein plays a crucial role in metabolism in animals (including humans)

Respiratory complex I F006 / 9593
Respiratory complex I. Molecular model of the hydrophilic domain of respiratory complex I from the bacterium Thermus thermophilus. This enzyme is involved in energy production

Cytochrome c oxidase and antibody F006 / 9474
Cytochrome c oxidase. Molecular model of a cytochrome c oxidase enzyme complexed with an antibody. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

Cytochrome c oxidase molecule F006 / 9447
Cytochrome c oxidase. Molecular model of a cytochrome c oxidase enzyme from the mitochondria of a cows heart. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

Cytochrome c oxidase molecule F006 / 9446
Cytochrome c oxidase. Molecular model of a cytochrome c oxidase enzyme from the mitochondria of a cows heart. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

Cytochrome P450 F006 / 9437
Cytochrome P450. Molecular model of cytochrome P450 complexed with its catalytic product hydroxycamphor. This protein plays a crucial role in metabolism in animals (including humans), fungi

Cytochrome complex molecule F006 / 9401
Cytochrome complex. Molecular model of cytochrome BC1 complex with bound cytochrome C. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

Glucose oxidase molecule F006 / 9348
Glucose oxidase, molecular model. In cells this enzyme catalyses the breakdown of glucose into its metabolites

Cytochrome P450 and fluconazole F006 / 9302
Cytochrome P450 and fluconazole. Molecular model of cytochrome P450 complexed with the anti-fungal compound fluconazole. This protein plays a crucial role in metabolism in animals (including humans)

Aleksey Bakh, Soviet biochemist C016 / 7629
Aleksey Nikolayevich Bakh (1857-1946), Soviet biochemist. Bakh was the founder of Soviet biochemistry, and became a member of the USSR Academy of Sciences in 1929

Cytochrome c oxidase molecule
Cytochrome c oxidase. Molecular model of a cytochrome c oxidase enzyme from the mitochondria of a cows heart. Cytochrome molecules perform oxidation and reduction reactions for electron transport

Copper oxidation experiment, artwork C017 / 3606
Copper oxidation experiment. Computer artwork of a copper sheet being heated with a Bunsen burner. When heated, the reddish-coloured metal copper reacts with the oxygen in the air to form copper

Steel wool in vinegar experiment, artwork C017 / 3616
Steel wool experiment. Computer artwork of the equipment needed for the steel wool in vinegar experiment. The steel wool is soaked in vinegar for about a minute

Flavocytochrome b2 molecule C015 / 7033
Flavocytochrome b2, molecular model. This enzyme is found in the intermembrane space of mitochondria, where it catalyses the oxidation of lactate to pyruvate

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"Exploring the Beauty and Science of Oxidation: From Bessemer Converter to Rusty Gas Pumps" The iconic Bessemer converter in Longwy steelworks, France, stands as a testament to the transformative power of oxidation. Rusty gas pumps and cars tell a tale of time's effect on metal surfaces, showcasing the captivating process of oxidation. Delving into the microscopic world, we encounter the mesmerizing Cytochrome b5 molecule C015/6696 - a key player in cellular oxidation processes. Layers of worn auto paint create abstract patterns that mirror nature's artistic touch through oxidation's gradual embrace. Ancient ingots from the 13th-17th century bear witness to historical metallurgical practices shaped by oxidation; their creators remain unknown but their legacy lives on. Illustrated depictions of The Bessemer Process offer insight into how this revolutionary technique harnessed oxidation for mass steel production during industrialization. Rust abstracts capture oxidized metal's intriguing textures and hues, reminding us that even decay can be visually captivating. Details of rust and paint on metal unveil stories etched onto surfaces over time - each crack and color change narrating an ongoing dialogue between materials and oxygen. Amidst scientific marvels lies Yellowstone Grand Canyon's stunning colors - a result of geological processes involving iron oxide reactions with minerals present in its rocks. Paying homage to Julius Robert von Mayer, his contributions as a German physician and physicist laid foundations for our understanding of energy conversion within living organisms, including oxidative metabolism pathways. Bessemer converters continue to shape modern steelworks by harnessing controlled oxidation processes for efficient production methods while reducing environmental impact. Exploring details on rusted metals reveals intricate patterns where corrosion meets artistry – proof that even decay holds beauty waiting to be discovered.