Noun
The act of causing asphyxia; a state of asphyxia.
Source: Webster's dictionaryasphyxiation is sometimes used as a form of torture Source: Internet
A methane-air flame is extinguished at about 17% oxygen content (which will still support life), so the lamp gave an early indication of an unhealthy atmosphere, allowing the miners to get out before they died of asphyxiation. Source: Internet
Eventually the loss of oxygen will cause all remaining aerobic life to die out via asphyxiation, leaving behind only simple anaerobic prokaryotes. Source: Internet
ATHENS, Greece — A plaque commemorating three bank employees who died of asphyxiation when their workplace was firebombed during a protest march 10 years ago was unveiled in Athens Saturday. Source: Internet
As per initial report, the tourists died of asphyxiation after using gas heater in their room. Source: Internet
Advanced Micro Instruments provide sensors to monitor oxygen levels and protect against asphyxiation. Source: Internet