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Depends entirely on blood O2 saturation prior to exposure to the Nitrogen. Given a 100% Nitrogen atmosphere, the expected time with zero oxygen, starting with a normally O2 saturated victim is about 9 minutes before mortality. However, severe and permanent injury can occur in a shorter timeframe -- as little as 4-5 minutes. Note that extreme hypthermia may cause a significant increase in these times.

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A bit over 4 minutes. Nitrogen is not toxic at normal pressures, it simply does not support life. As the oxygen already in your bloodstream is depleted (and not replaced) you will lose conciousness in about half a minute, and in about 4 minutes, be brain dead.

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