Reduced Gradient Bubble Model
Modern algorithm for tracking both dissolved and free gas in divers.
Repetitive dive
Any dive whose decompression time limits are affected by residual
nitrogen absorbed during previous dives.
Residual nitrogen
The amount of excess nitrogen remaining in a diver after one or more
dives.
SURF TIME
Abbreviation for surface interval time.
Surface interval time
Elapsed time between surfacing from a dive and beginning a descent for
the subsequent repetitive dive.
Tissue group
Theoretical concept used to model bodily tissues for the construction of
decompression tables or calculations.
Whole-body toxicity
Another form of oxygen toxicity, which is caused by prolonged exposure
to high oxygen partial pressures. The most common symptoms are
irritation in the lungs, a burning sensation in the chest, coughing and
reduction of the vital capacity. Also called Pulmonary Oxygen Toxicity.
See also OTU.
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