ऑक्सीजन

akṣijanaLoanword from Englishoxygen
oxygen

पौधे ऑक्सीजन छोड़ते हैं।

Plants release oxygen.


technical

A colorless, odorless gas essential for respiration and combustion, making up about 21% of Earth's atmosphere.

ऑक्सीजन का रासायनिक प्रतीक O2 है।

The chemical symbol for oxygen is O2.

Oxygen is vital for most living organisms and is used in medical treatments and industrial processes.

Medicine
Medical

A gas used in medical treatments, such as oxygen therapy, to help patients breathe more easily.

डॉक्टर ने मरीज को ऑक्सीजन मास्क दिया।

The doctor gave the patient an oxygen mask.

Oxygen therapy is commonly used for patients with respiratory issues.

Pro Tip

Medical Usage

In medical contexts, 'ऑक्सीजन' refers to the gas used in treatments, often administered via masks or cylinders.

Gold Rule

Scientific Context

In chemistry, 'ऑक्सीजन' is a diatomic gas (O2) essential for combustion and respiration.

Word Origin

Derived from the English word 'oxygen', which comes from the Greek 'oxys' (sharp, acid) and 'genēs' (producing).

Usage Notes

In Hindi, 'ऑक्सीजन' is commonly used in both scientific and medical contexts. It is a loanword from English.

Word Breakdown

ऑक्सी
sharp, acid (from Greek 'oxys')
root
+
जन
producing (from Greek 'genēs')
root
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