Phosgene
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɒsd͡ʒɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phosgene is a noun meaning (inorganic chemistry) carbonyl chloride.
Meaning
(inorganic chemistry) carbonyl chloride.
Example Sentences
“‘Poison gas’?” A new one on Lew. But Dr. De Bottle had taken on a somber look. “Phosgene.”
Remote and cold, H-276 is nevertheless of interest due to phosgene gas in its thick chlorine atmosphere. This could indicate primitive chlorine-based life. However, no detailed study has been completed.
Word Forms
- phosgenes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include phosgenation, triphosgene, carbochlorination, diphosgene, dichloroformoxime, thiophosgene.
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