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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.