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phosgene

 

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Noun phosgene has 1 sense
  1. phosgene - a colorless poisonous gas that smells like new-mown hay; used in chemical warfare
    --1 is a kind of
    gas

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Phosgene

Description:

Phosgene is a highly toxic chemical compound that exists as a colorless gas. It was widely used as a chemical weapon during World War I. Phosgene is also employed in various industrial processes and as a precursor to produce other chemicals.

Senses:

  1. Noun: A highly toxic gas compound, COCl2, used as a chemical weapon and in various industrial processes.
  2. Verb: To expose someone or something to phosgene gas.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

  1. The soldiers were equipped with gas masks to protect them from phosgene attacks.
  2. Phosgene is an important intermediate chemical in the production of plastics and pesticides.

Verb:

  1. The soldiers were phosgened during the battle, resulting in severe respiratory issues.
  2. Do not phosgene laboratory animals without proper ventilation and containment.

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