Tetramethyldiarsine (Noun)
Meaning
A poisonous oily liquid with a garlicky odor composed of 2 cacodyl groups; undergoes spontaneous combustion in dry air.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The toxicologist handled the tetramethyldiarsine with great care due to its hazardous properties and risk of spontaneous combustion.
- Inhalation of tetramethyldiarsine vapors can cause severe health problems, including nausea, dizziness, and even death.
- Researchers were careful not to inhale the pungent garlicky odor of the tetramethyldiarsine as they measured its chemical properties.
- Due to its instability, tetramethyldiarsine must be stored in an inert atmosphere, such as argon or nitrogen, to prevent accidental combustion.
- Firefighters wore specialized suits and masks when responding to the spill, knowing that the tetramethyldiarsine was highly flammable and released toxic fumes when burned.