How to Pronounce "dioxide"
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Definition
A chemical compound that contains two oxygen atoms combined with another element. For example, carbon dioxide is made of carbon and two oxygen atoms.
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Plants use sunlight to break down carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.
Some people confuse monoxide and dioxide when talking about air pollution.
Factories can release sulfur dioxide into the air.
Water dioxide is not a real chemical, but carbon dioxide is common.