Nitrox has only recently been accepted for recreational diving use. Along with this acceptance comes controversy. Many divers claim that Nitrox adds safety, and others consider it dangerous. Well, both can be correct, but it is highly dependent on diver behavior.
Lets explore the issues a little.
To fully understand Nitrox and its use, you will want to take a Nitrox course or read more about it. I'll try to hit the high points and explain its potential benefits. Nitrox is Oxygen enriched air. Some resources claim that air is Nitrox to demonstrate its similarity to air. This is not really accurate.