Oxygen
| Definition: |
An element with atomic symbol O, atomic number 8, and atomic weight 16. It is the most abundant element on earth and essential for respiration. |
| Notes: |
O-16; /metab; consider also OXYGEN CONSUMPTION; /physiol for O2 in pulm resp process but tissue resp = OXYGEN CONSUMPTION; /ther use; consider also OXYGEN INHALATION THERAPY or HYPERBARIC OXYGENATION; /tox & /pois; consider also HYPEROXIA |
| Also Called: |
Dioxygen |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
7782-44-7 |
Oxygen Definitions and Terms
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