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normoxic zone

[nɔːrˈmɒksɪk zoʊn]
nounpl: normoxic zones
zona normóxica
1. An area or region where oxygen levels are within the normal physiological range, typically between 95-100 mmHg of oxygen partial pressure in blood or tissues
The normoxic zone in healthy lung tissue maintains proper cellular function and metabolism.
A zona normóxica no tecido pulmonar saudável mantém a função celular e o metabolismo adequados.
2. In oceanography and limnology, a water layer with adequate dissolved oxygen concentration to support aerobic life
Fish populations thrive in the normoxic zone of the lake during summer months.
As populações de peixes prosperam na zona normóxica do lago durante os meses de verão.
Synonyms
aerobic zoneoxygenated zonewell-oxygenated region
Antonyms
hypoxic zoneanoxic zoneoxygen-depleted zone

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona normóxica
Standard medical and scientific terminology
Portugal
zona normóxica
Standard medical and scientific terminology
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