monoxide

IPA: mʌnˈɑksaɪd

(chemistry) any oxide containing a single oxygen atom in each molecule or formula unit

Examples of "monoxide" in Sentences

Carbon monoxide is a natural component of the atmosphere as well.
Also, carbon monoxide is heavy, so the vent hole should run down hill if possible.
And I also proved that carbon monoxide is not deadly by sitting in a running vehicle for an hour.
Carbon monoxide is created anytime a fossil fuel (such as gasoline, oil, wood or propane) is burned.
Dihydrogen monoxide is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and kills uncounted thousands of people every year.
In this system, where poisonous carbon monoxide is converted to carbon dioxide, there is interplay between the structure of the solid and the reacting gases.
I dunno that that's so -- carbon monoxide is almost exactly the same density as air, and the National Fire Protection Association code is fine with putting a detector on the ceiling so long as it's someplace you can hear it.
Despite the danger, dihydrogen monoxide is often used: as an industrial solvent and coolant. in nuclear power plants. in the production of styrofoam. as a fire retardant. in many forms of cruel animal research. in the distribution of pesticides.
Dihydrogen monoxide: is also known as hydroxyl acid, and is the major component of acid rain. contributes to the “greenhouse effect.” may cause severe burns. contributes to the erosion of our natural landscape. accelerates corrosion and rusting of many metals. may cause electrical failures and decreased effectiveness of automobile brakes. has been found in excised tumors of terminal cancer patients.