oxygen

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈɒksɪdʒən/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The chemical element (symbol O) with an atomic number of 8 and relative atomic mass of 15.9994. It is a colorless and odorless gas.

2 Definition

Molecular oxygen (O2), a colorless, odorless gas at room temperature, also called dioxygen.

3 Definition

A mixture of oxygen and other gases, administered to a patient to help them breathe.

4 Definition

An atom of this element.