化合
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Base noun form. Used in scientific contexts to describe the process where chemical elements or compounds combine to form new substances. Example: 『水素と酸素が化合する』 (suiso to sanso ga kagou suru, 'hydrogen and oxygen combine chemically').
Theme
In a university chemistry lab, User is a student discussing an experiment with their professor, Dr. Tanaka, about chemical reactions.
化合
かごう
chemical combination
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a chemistry lab where elements combine to form compounds. 'Combine' sounds like 'kagaku' (chemistry) — think of 『化合』 (kagou, 'chemical combination') as 'chemical combination' in a reaction.
Cultural Note
In Japanese science education, 『化合』 (kagou, 'chemical combination') is a key term in chemistry, often taught in middle school to describe how atoms bond to form molecules, reflecting Japan's strong emphasis on STEM fields.
Forms
Base: 化合Base noun form. Used in scientific contexts to describe the process where chemical elements or compounds combine to form new substances. Example: 『水素と酸素が化合する』 (suiso to sanso ga kagou suru, 'hydrogen and oxygen combine chemically').