Oxygenation
(noun)
- The process of adding or enriching with oxygen.
- The state of being oxygenated or supplied with oxygen.
Origin:
From the verb 'oxygenate' meaning 'to supply or enrich with oxygen', which is derived from 'oxygen' and '-ate'. the term was first used in the late 19th century in reference to the process of adding oxygen to the bloodstream.
Examples:
- Oxygenation is a crucial process in the body that ensures proper functioning of the cells.
- The oxygenation of the water in the aquarium was monitored closely to ensure the health of the fish.
- The oxygenation of the soil is important for the growth of plants.
- Oxygenation is essential for the survival of many organisms.
- The oxygenation process in the laboratory involved introducing pure oxygen into the system.