arsine

noun

ar·sine | \ är-ˈsēn

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, ˈär-ˌ\

Definition of arsine

: a colorless flammable extremely poisonous gas AsH₃ with an odor like garlic also : a derivative of arsine

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The reason for the latter recommendation is that arsenic has a tendency to transform to the airborne arsine (AsH3) given the right conditions of humidity and light. — James Rogers, Fox News, "Deadly discovery: Poisonous books found in university library," 6 July 2018

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arsine

noun

ar·sine | \ är-ˈsēn, ˈär-ˌ

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Medical Definition of arsine

: a colorless flammable extremely poisonous gas AsH₃ with an odor like garlic also : a derivative of arsine

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