Corrosive Sublimate (Noun)
Meaning
A white poisonous soluble crystalline sublimate of mercury; used as a pesticide or antiseptic or wood preservative.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The doctor carefully handled the corrosive sublimate as it was used to treat skin infections.
- The use of corrosive sublimate as a pesticide has significantly declined due to its toxicity.
- The wood was treated with a corrosive sublimate solution to prevent termite infestation.
- Exposure to the corrosive sublimate led to numerous health issues among the people in the surrounding area.
- Historically, the corrosive sublimate was used as an antiseptic to disinfect wounds and prevent infection.