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Oxygen in Closed Environmental Systems

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The normal concentration of oxygen in air is approximately 21%, corresponding to a partial pressure of 0.21 ATA (Atmosphere Absolute) or 159 mm Hg. In closed systems such as pressure chambers, air craft or space craft, the partial pressure of oxygen may become increased and result in oxygen toxicity. On the other hand, there are situations in which a lowering of oxygen partial pressure may occur in all these systems, causing symptoms of anoxia.

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Schaefer, K.E. (1981). Oxygen in Closed Environmental Systems. In: Gilbert, D.L. (eds) Oxygen and Living Processes. Topics in Environmental Physiology and Medicine. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-5890-2_15

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