euxinic
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
In reference to the Black Sea, in Ancient Greek called Εὔξεινος Πόντος (Eúxeinos Póntos, “Hospitable Sea”), which is known for anoxic bottom waters.
Pronunciation[edit]
Adjective[edit]
euxinic
- Having restricted hydrologic circulation, leading to stagnant or anaerobic conditions.
- (geology) Depleted in dissolved oxygen and containing dissolved hydrogen sulfide.