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controlled atmosphere

[kənˈtroʊld ˈætməsfɪr]
nounpl: controlled atmospheres
atmosfera controlada
1. An environment where temperature, humidity, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gas levels are artificially regulated and maintained, typically used in food storage, agriculture, or manufacturing
The fruit was stored in a controlled atmosphere to extend its shelf life.
A fruta foi armazenada em atmosfera controlada para prolongar sua vida útil.
2. In scientific or industrial contexts, a specially managed enclosed space designed to prevent contamination or ensure optimal conditions for a specific process
The laboratory operates under a controlled atmosphere to maintain precise experimental conditions.
O laboratório funciona sob atmosfera controlada para manter condições experimentais precisas.
Synonyms
controlled environmentregulated atmospheremodified atmosphereclimate-controlled space
Antonyms
open atmosphereuncontrolled environmentambient conditions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atmosfera controlada
Standard term used in agriculture and food storage industries
São Paulo
atmosfera controlada
Common in industrial and agricultural contexts
Portugal
atmosfera controlada
Used in scientific and industrial settings

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep something in a controlled atmosphere
maintain controlled atmospheric conditions
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