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  • Oxygen in Everyday Man-Made Materials: A Comprehensive Guide
    Some examples of man-made things that have oxygen in them include:

    1. Plastics: Many types of plastics, such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC), contain oxygen atoms in their molecular structures.

    2. Paper and cardboard: Cellulose, the main component of paper and cardboard, contains oxygen atoms.

    3. Textiles: Many synthetic fibers, such as nylon, polyester, and acrylic, contain oxygen atoms.

    4. Concrete and cement: These building materials contain oxygen in the form of calcium oxide (CaO) and silicon dioxide (SiO2).

    5. Metals: Some metals, such as iron oxide (rust), contain oxygen atoms.

    6. Glass: Glass contains oxygen in the form of silicon dioxide (SiO2).

    7. Ceramics: Ceramics contain oxygen in the form of various metal oxides.

    8. Pharmaceuticals: Many drugs and medications contain oxygen atoms.

    9. Fertilizers: Some fertilizers, such as ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3), contain oxygen atoms.

    10. Explosives: Many explosives, such as nitroglycerin (C3H5N3O9) and dynamite, contain oxygen atoms.

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