oxygen — a colorless, odorless gas that forms about 21% of the Earth's atmosphere and is essential for life
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a colorless, odorless gas that forms about 21% of the Earth's atmosphere and is essential for life
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːksɪdʒən/
Example Sentences
- The scuba diver's oxygen tank ran out just as he spotted a treasure chest.
- Trees are nature's oxygen factories, working 24/7 without union breaks.
- The patient was put on oxygen therapy to help with breathing difficulties.
oxygen
NOUN[/ˈɑːksɪdʒən/]
a colorless, odorless gas that forms about 21% of the Earth's atmosphere and is essential for life
The diver checks her oxygen tank before descending into the deep blue.
Oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen dance together!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The term was coined by French chemist Antoine Lavoisier in the 1770s, derived from Greek roots meaning 'acid-producer.' Lavoisier initially believed all acids contained this element, though subsequent chemical understanding revealed this assumption to be incorrect; nevertheless, the name persisted.
Breakdown
oxys (sharp, acid) + genes (producer, creator). The compound literally means 'that which produces acid.'
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📝Examples
“The scuba diver's oxygen tank ran out just as he spotted a treasure chest.”
“Trees are nature's oxygen factories, working 24/7 without union breaks.”
“The patient was put on oxygen therapy to help with breathing difficulties.”
“At high altitudes, oxygen levels decrease significantly.”
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