Chemistry HHW

(Oxygen)
ARUN KOTNALA
 Discovery

• English chemist and

theologian Joseph Priestley is
often credited with the
discovery of oxygen. In 1774, he
conducted experiments wherein
he heated numerous materials,
inclusive of mercury oxide and
red calx of mercury,
and discovered the discharge of
a gasoline.
 Key points about
Oxygen
•Chemical symbol and atomic number: Oxygen is
represented by the chemical symbol "O" and its atomic
number is 8, which means it has eight protons in its
nucleus

•Quantity: Oxygen is the 3rd most abundant element in

the universe, after hydrogen and helium. It makes up
about 21% of the Earth’s atmosphere by volume.

•Physical Conditions: Oxygen is a gas at set temperature

and pressure (STP). However, under certain
circumstances, it can be both liquid and hard.

•Color and Odor: Oxygen is a colorless, odorless and

tasteless gas. What the eye alone cannot see.
Oxygen is of great Combustion Respiration
importance in chemistry
due to its versatile
properties, involvement in
various chemical reactions
and processes Here are six
major roles of oxygen in
chemistry:- Maintains Chemical
Ozone Layer Synthesise
Combustion
• Oxygen is an important aspect of combustion reactions. It
easily reacts with combustible substances, including fuels,
to supply heat, light, and diverse oxides. The process of
combustion is crucial for electricity production within the
form of warmth and is substantially utilized in heating,
energy era, and industrial approaches.
 Respiration
In biological systems, oxygen performs a
crucial role in respiration. During cardio
breathing, organisms make use of oxygen
to interrupt down natural molecules, such
as glucose, freeing power within the form
of ATP. This process is crucial for the
survival and strength production of cells,
permitting the functioning of numerous
physical systems.
Maintains ozone layer

Oxygen performs a crucial function

inside the formation and upkeep of the
ozone layer in the Earth's environment.
Ozone layer acts as a protective shield,
which absorbs ultraviolet (UV) radiation
from the sun. This absorption prevents
excessive UV radiation from attaining
the Earth's surface, safeguarding
existence from potential damage, along
with pores and skin most cancers and
environmental damage
 Chemical
Synthesis
Oxygen is a key component within the
synthesis of numerous chemicals. It is
included into molecules throughout the
production of pharmaceuticals, plastics,
fertilizers, and other industrial chemicals.
Oxygen's capacity to shape strong bonds with
other elements allows for the introduction of
various and beneficial chemical substances.