euxinic

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English

Etymology

In reference to the Black Sea, in Ancient Greek called Εὔξεινος Πόντος (Eúxeinos Póntos, Hospitable Sea), which is known for anoxic bottom waters.

Pronunciation

Adjective

euxinic

  1. Having restricted hydrologic circulation, leading to stagnant or anaerobic conditions.
  2. (geology) Depleted in dissolved oxygen and containing dissolved hydrogen sulfide.