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oxygen

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Word: Oxygen

Part of Speech: Noun

Basic Definition: Oxygen is a gas that is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. It is essential for life because it helps living things breathe. In the air we breathe, oxygen makes up about 21% of the total volume.

Usage Instructions:
  • When to use: You can use the word "oxygen" when talking about breathing, the air, or processes like burning (combustion).
  • Example in a sentence: "Plants produce oxygen during photosynthesis, which helps us breathe."
Advanced Usage:
  • In scientific contexts, "oxygen" can refer to different forms of the element, such as "ozone," which is a form of oxygen with three atoms instead of two.
  • Oxygen is also discussed in chemistry when talking about reactions, like combustion or respiration.
Word Variants:
  • Oxygenate (verb): To add oxygen to something, often used in medical or environmental contexts.
    • Example: "The doctor will oxygenate the blood to help the patient breathe better."
  • Oxygenation (noun): The process of adding oxygen.
    • Example: "Oxygenation of the water is important for fish survival."
Different Meanings:
  • While "oxygen" primarily refers to the gas we breathe, it can also refer to oxygen in chemical reactions, such as in the formation of compounds.
Synonyms:
  • There are no direct synonyms for "oxygen" since it is a specific element. However, you might encounter related terms like "air" when discussing breathable gases.
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly include "oxygen," but you might hear phrases like: - "Breath of fresh air" - This can imply something refreshing or new, similar to how oxygen is refreshing to our bodies.

Summary:

Oxygen is a vital gas that supports life by allowing us to breathe. It plays a crucial role in many biological and chemical processes.

Noun
  1. a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust

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