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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.

Synonyms

  • Bichloride Of Mercury
  • Mercury Chloride
  • Mercuric Chloride

Hypernyms

  • Sublimate
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