Phosgene
noun
A kind of poisonous gas that is colorless and has a heavier than air density.
Phosgene gas was used as a chemical weapon during World War I

Often appears as...
- exposure to phosgene
- phosgene poisoning
Usage tips
General,Technical,Academic
noun
A kind of poisonous gas that is colorless and has a heavier than air density.
Phosgene gas was used as a chemical weapon during World War I

Often appears as...
- exposure to phosgene
- phosgene poisoning
Usage tips
General,Technical,Academic
Definition 1 of 1

Historical Usage
Phosgene was notoriously used in warfare, indicating its hazardous nature and historic significance.

They studied the effects of phosgene from its World War I deployment.
Hazard Awareness
When discussing phosgene, it's important to emphasize its toxicity to remind listeners of its dangers.

Factory workers receive special training to handle phosgene safely.
Scientific Precision
Use 'phosgene' accurately in scientific or technical contexts, underlining its chemical properties and uses.

Phosgene is involved in synthesizing pharmaceuticals.
Historical Usage
Phosgene was notoriously used in warfare, indicating its hazardous nature and historic significance.

They studied the effects of phosgene from its World War I deployment.
Hazard Awareness
When discussing phosgene, it's important to emphasize its toxicity to remind listeners of its dangers.

Factory workers receive special training to handle phosgene safely.
Scientific Precision
Use 'phosgene' accurately in scientific or technical contexts, underlining its chemical properties and uses.

Phosgene is involved in synthesizing pharmaceuticals.
Historical Usage
Phosgene was notoriously used in warfare, indicating its hazardous nature and historic significance.

They studied the effects of phosgene from its World War I deployment.
Hazard Awareness
When discussing phosgene, it's important to emphasize its toxicity to remind listeners of its dangers.

Factory workers receive special training to handle phosgene safely.
Scientific Precision
Use 'phosgene' accurately in scientific or technical contexts, underlining its chemical properties and uses.

Phosgene is involved in synthesizing pharmaceuticals.
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