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Does adding oxygen influence any physical properties of water which is oxygen deficient? Is it possible that adding oxygen leads to some temperature change and expansion?
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I would think that the aquatic plants and fish would care...MulderFBI said:Does adding oxygen influence any physical properties of water which is oxygen deficient?
Why a temperature change? I'm assuming the temperature of the O2 introduced matches the H2O temperature, right?MulderFBI said:Is it possible that adding oxygen leads to some temperature change and expansion?
berkeman said:I would think that the aquatic plants and fish would care...
Why a temperature change? I'm assuming the temperature of the O2 introduced matches the H2O temperature, right?
And why would it change the density? Does the O2 dissolve or not?
Solubility is very approximately equal volumes at STP; this thread is going to be locked under the "PMM" clause, so, I've been ignoring it.jim mcnamara said:that @Bystander probably knows a priori.
The purpose of adding oxygen to water lacking oxygen is to increase the oxygen level in the water. This is important because many aquatic organisms, such as fish, require oxygen to survive. Without enough oxygen in the water, these organisms can suffocate and die.
Adding oxygen to water lacking oxygen can increase the water's pH level. This is because oxygen reacts with water to form hydroxide ions, which are basic. The increase in hydroxide ions can lead to a slight increase in pH.
When oxygen is added to water lacking oxygen, it dissolves into the water. This means that the oxygen molecules become dispersed among the water molecules. This process is known as oxygenation and it increases the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the water.
Adding oxygen to water lacking oxygen can actually benefit aquatic organisms. However, it is important to add oxygen gradually and not in excessive amounts. Too much oxygen can lead to supersaturation, which can be harmful to some aquatic organisms.
Oxygen can be added to water lacking oxygen in a few different ways. One method is by using an aerator, which pumps air into the water to increase the oxygen level. Another method is by using chemicals, such as hydrogen peroxide, which releases oxygen when added to water. Additionally, photosynthesis by aquatic plants can also increase the oxygen level in water.