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blackdamp

/ˈblæk.dæmp/

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noun

/ˈblæk.dæmp/C2formaltechnical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее атмосферу в шахте после взрыва, которая содержит высокую концентрацию углекислого газа и непригодна для дыхания.

A noun referring to the atmosphere in a mine following an explosion, which is high in carbon dioxide and incapable of supporting life.

uncountable

  1. Mine gas after explosionC2formaltechnical

    The atmosphere in a mine following an explosion, characterized by high levels of carbon dioxide and low oxygen, making it incapable of supporting life.

    ruУдушливый рудничный газ

    • The miners were warned about the presence of blackdamp after the blast.
    • Rescue teams must wear breathing apparatus when entering areas affected by blackdamp.
    • Blackdamp can accumulate in poorly ventilated sections of a mine.

    Synonymschokedamp

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