Also known as: OX-
OX has various meanings in the Medical category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of OX in Medical.
Usually refers in the steel industry to oxide of iron, of which there are three principal ones: FeO, Fe3O,4, Fe2O3. In addition, there are many mixtures of these oxides which form on the surface of steel at different temperatures and give the steel different colors, such as yellow, brown, purple, blue and red. Oxides must be thoroughly removed from the surface of steel objects which are to be coated with tin, zinc, or other metals.
MedicalAny investigation or inspection made for the purpose of diagnosis; usually qualified by the method used.A method of evaluation of skills or knowledge after receiving instruction in a given field.
MedicalA colorless, odorless gas which occupies about 20 percent of the atmosphere. It is essential for support of combustion and all forms of life.
MedicalTo combine with oxygen; make into an oxide.
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