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“carbon dioxide” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˌkoːlənˈdiːɔksiːt/

Example

In der Fabrik messen wir das Kohlendioxid in der Luft.

At the factory, we measure carbon dioxide in the air.

Illustration for Kohlendioxid (carbon dioxide)

How to say “carbon dioxide” in German

“Carbon dioxide” in German is Kohlendioxid.

A gas molecule with one carbon atom and two oxygen atoms moves through air and absorbs outgoing heat.

Full entry for Kohlendioxid: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Kohlendioxid

Im Sommer ist die Kohlendioxid-Aufnahme durch Pflanzen höher.

In summer, carbon dioxide uptake by plants is higher.

Tips for using Kohlendioxid

  • Kohlendioxid is neuter, so the article is das; as a substance noun, it is usually used without a plural.

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