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Topic: Science

oxyacid

IPA: //ˈɒksɪˌæsɪd//

KK: /ˈɑksɪˌæsɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of acid that contains oxygen in its molecular structure.

Example: Sulfuric acid is an example of an oxyacid that is widely used in industry.

oxygen

IPA: //ˈɒksɪdʒən//

KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒən/

noun

Definition: A chemical element that is essential for life, making up about 21% of the Earth's atmosphere. It is a colorless and odorless gas that supports breathing in animals and plants and is necessary for burning substances.

Example: Plants produce oxygen during photosynthesis, which is vital for most living organisms.

oxygenate

IPA: //ˈɒksɪdʒəneɪt//

KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒəˌneɪt/

noun

Definition: A substance that contains oxygen, often added to fuel to help it burn more completely.

Example: Ethanol is a common oxygenate used in gasoline to reduce emissions.

transitive verb

Definition: To treat or mix something with oxygen to enhance its quality or function.

Example: The doctor decided to oxygenate the patient's blood to improve their health.

oxygenation

IPA: /ˌɒksɪˈɡeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌɑksɪˈdʒeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of adding oxygen to something, often to improve its quality or function.

Example: Oxygenation is essential for the survival of aerobic organisms.

oxygenator

IPA: //ˈɒksɪdʒəneɪtə//

KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒəˌneɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device that adds oxygen to water or blood, often used in aquariums or medical procedures.

Example: The aquarium's oxygenator keeps the water healthy for the fish by ensuring they have enough oxygen.

oxygenic

IPA: //ɒkˈsɪdʒənɪk//

KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or producing oxygen.

Example: Plants are oxygenic organisms that release oxygen during photosynthesis.

oxygenless

IPA: /ˈɒksɪdʒənləs/

KK: /ˈɑksɪdʒənləs/

adjective

Definition: Not having oxygen or being without oxygen.

Example: The deep-sea environment is often oxygenless, making it difficult for most marine life to survive.

oxyhemoglobin

IPA: /ˌɒksihɪˈmoʊɡləˌbɪn/

KK: /ɑksɪˈhiməˌɡloʊbɪn/

noun

Definition: A bright-red substance formed when hemoglobin in the blood binds with oxygen, helping to carry oxygen to different parts of the body.

Example: Oxyhemoglobin is essential for delivering oxygen to our organs and tissues.

oxyhydrogen

IPA: //ˌɒksɪˈhaɪdrədʒən//

KK: /ˈɑksɪˌhaɪdrədʒən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or using a mixture of hydrogen and oxygen, often used in processes like welding or cutting.

Example: The oxyhydrogen torch is commonly used for metal cutting and welding.

oxyphenbutazone

IPA: //ˌɒksɪˈfɛn.bjuː.tə.zoʊn//

KK: /ˌɑksɪˈfɛnˌbjuːtəˌzoʊn/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is a derivative of phenylbutazone, known for its ability to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and lower fever.

Example: The doctor prescribed oxyphenbutazone to help manage the patient's arthritis pain.

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