gasmixtures
nounUK /ˈɡæs ˈmɪkstʃəz/
US /ˈɡæs ˈmɪkstʃərz/
A gas mixture is when two or more different gases are mixed together in one place.
The air we breathe is a gas mixture of oxygen, nitrogen, and other gases.
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2. A combination of gases used for a special purpose, like in hospitals or welding.
Doctors gave the patient a special gas mixture to help him breathe.
3. A blend of gases made in a lab for science experiments.
The scientist prepared a gas mixture to test how plants grow.
4. The mix of gases that comes out of a car or factory.
The gas mixture from the chimney was checked to make sure it was safe.