Oxygen (O, Z=8)

Layer 2 — Chemistryin the elements subtree

Element with Z=8. Second most electronegative element; ubiquitous as O₂ (~21 % of atmosphere) and in oxide/silicate minerals. Electron-acceptor driving aerobic respiration, combustion, and corrosion. The central oxidant in redox…

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