Section 7
Oxygen
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Properties of Oxygen
Oxygen is a highly reactive nonmetallic element; it is a strong oxidizing agent with high electronegativity and forms O2 at Standard Temperature and Pressure (STP).
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Oxides
An oxide is a chemical compound that contains at least one oxygen atom and one other element in its chemical formula.
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Uses of Oxygen
Oxygen is essential for all aerobic organisms; common medical uses include oxygen therapy, hyperbaric medicine, and space suits.
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Ozone
Ozone (O3) is diamagnetic (its electrons are all paired) and is a powerful oxidant.