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nitrogen

A gaseous element known for its colorless, inert properties and its crucial role as a component of living organisms. Used by divers in varying concentration as part of the breathing gas mixture. Occurs in air at approximately 78% by volume. Known to affect divers in several applications, see nitrogen narcosis, decompression sickness.
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