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dioxide 1. any oxide containing two oxygen atoms per molecule, both of which are bonded to an atom of another element 2. another name for a peroxide dioxide [dī′äk‚sīd] (chemistry) A compound containing two atoms of oxygen. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| So long as the excess of carbon dioxide in the blood was not sufficient to prevent heart action, the rykor would suffer only a diminution of vitality; but would still respond to the exciting agency of the kaldane's brain. "How to get rid of our excessive carbon dioxide without unduly wasting our oxygen is a delicate and vital question," said Challenger, looking round him after the five iron tubes had been laid side by side against the wall. |
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