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Nitrogen (Noun)

Meaning

A common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • Nitrogen is a major component of the Earth's atmosphere, making up about 78% of the air we breathe.
  • The fertilizer contained a high concentration of nitrogen, which helped to promote healthy plant growth.
  • Nitrogen is an essential element for all living organisms, as it is a key component of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins.
  • The scuba diver had to be careful not to breathe in too much nitrogen, as it could cause a condition known as the "bends".
  • The laboratory technician carefully handled the nitrogen tank, as the gas was highly compressed and could be hazardous if not handled properly.

Synonyms

  • N
  • Atomic Number 7

Hypernyms

  • Element

Related Words

  • Nitrogenous (adjective)
  • Nitrify (verb)
  • Nitrogenize (verb)
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