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Formalin

Description:

Formalin is a colorless, strong-smelling solution commonly used as a disinfectant and preservative in various industries, including healthcare and laboratories. It is composed of formaldehyde gas dissolved in water.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

• Sense 1: A solution of formaldehyde in water, used as a preservative and disinfectant.

Usages:

1. In healthcare and embalming processes, formalin is used as a preservative for biological specimens.

2. In laboratories, formalin is commonly employed as a disinfectant for equipment and surfaces.

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Sample Sentences:

1. The laboratory technician used formalin to sterilize the petri dishes.

2. The pathologist stored the biological tissue sample in formalin to prevent decomposition.