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Why does oxygen have the wrong name? | ELEMENTS

Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris

CHAPTER

The Linguistic Journey of Oxygen and 'Stuff'

This chapter explores the etymology and meaning of 'stuff' in English and German, connecting it to the essence of objects. The discussion includes the translation of 'Zauerstoff' as 'sour stuff' and delves into the historical terminology of oxygen, revealing the complexities of language in science.

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