anoxia
Americannoun
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Biology. the absence of oxygen, as in an organic environment.
the simulation of aquatic anoxia in the laboratory.
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Pathology. the absence or near absence of oxygen in the body tissues; severe hypoxia.
Metabolism came to an irreversible standstill during prolonged anoxia.
noun
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lack or absence of oxygen
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a deficiency of oxygen in tissues and organs Compare hypoxia
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This summer, workers removed large masses of algae from the lagoon to help prevent anoxia.
From Science Magazine ● Sep. 29, 2022
And death occurs within a few hours from anoxia, or lack of oxygen.
From The New Yorker ● Jan. 3, 2017
Much of the improvement in breath-holding is attributable to the mental side of things: relaxation and meditation techniques, and the confidence that comes with understanding the mechanisms behind surviving anoxia.
From Slate ● Nov. 18, 2013
These factors include parasympathetic stimulation, elevated or decreased potassium ion levels, decreased calcium levels, anoxia, and acidosis.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Death occurs within a Few hours from anoxia, or lack of oxygen.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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