deoxy

Meanings

• noun

  A colorless, odorless gas that was once believed to be a component of the Earth's atmosphere but is now known to be a byproduct of certain industrial processes and natural phenomena. It is also known as carbon monoxide.

  - "Deoxy is a dangerous gas that can cause asphyxiation."
  - "The car's exhaust system emits large amounts of deoxy."
  - "Deoxy is produced during forest fires and volcanic eruptions."

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Variants

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deoxy , desoxy

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek word 'deoxys', meaning 'deprived of oxygen'.

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Trivia

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1. Carbon monoxide is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the United States.

2. Deoxy was once believed to be the 'air of life' and was thought to be essential for respiration.

3. Deoxy can be detected by a carbon monoxide detector, which sounds an alarm when the concentration of the gas reaches a dangerous level.

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Related Concepts

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1. Carbon Monoxide: A toxic gas that is a byproduct of incomplete combustion of carbon-containing fuels, including coal, wood, natural gas, and gasoline.

2. Asphyxiation: The process of suffocation due to the lack of oxygen in the air.

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Culture

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Deoxy has been a subject of concern due to its toxicity and potential health hazards. It has been featured in various works of literature and art, often as a symbol of pollution and environmental degradation.

How to Memorize "deoxy"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a colorless, odorless gas being emitted from a car exhaust pipe or a forest fire.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'deoxy' with 'carbon monoxide' and 'asphyxiation'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Deoxy is a Deprivation of Oxygen Yielding' to remember the meaning of the word.

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