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Phosphine
Definition:
Phosphine is a poisonous and flammable gas with the chemical formula PH3. It is composed of one phosphorus and three hydrogen atoms. Phosphine has a foul odor resembling that of garlic or rotten fish.
Senses:
Noun
- A colorless gas composed of phosphorus and hydrogen, used in the synthesis of various organic compounds and as an extremely toxic fumigant.
- A compound containing a phosphine ligand, often used in coordination chemistry.
Sample Sentences:
- When the chemist opened the container, a strong smell of phosphine filled the air.
- Phosphine is commonly used in industrial processes such as the production of semiconductors.
- The chemist synthesized a new organic compound using phosphine as a reagent.
- The coordination complex contained a phosphine ligand, enhancing its stability.
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