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hematosis
[ hee-muh-toh-sis, hem-uh- ]
noun
- Physiology. the conversion of venous into arterial blood; oxygenation in the lungs.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of hematosis1
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Example Sentences
Only a liberal current of pure oxygen can oxidize the combination formed and render hematosis possible.
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