carbon dioxide


Definition: Meaning of, carbon dioxide in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈkɑːb(ə)n dʌɪˈɒksʌɪd /

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  1. the gas produced when animals breathe out, when carbon is burned in air, or when animal or vegetable substances decay
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carbon dioxide used in phrases

  • carbon dioxide acidosis (noun)
    1. as in emphysema or pneumonia acidosis resulting from reduced gas exchange in the lungs ; excess carbon dioxide combines with water to form carbonic acid which increases the acidity of the blood
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