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lead acetate

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lead acetate  (ld)
n.
A poisonous white crystalline compound, Pb(C2H3O2)2·3H2O, used in hair dyes, waterproofing compounds, and varnishes. Also called sugar of lead.
lead acetate [lɛd]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a white crystalline toxic solid used in dyeing cotton and in making varnishes and enamels. Formula: Pb(CH3CO)2 Systematic name lead(II) acetate Also called sugar of lead
lead acetate
A poisonous, white crystalline compound used in hair dyes, waterproofing compounds, and varnishes. Chemical formula: C4H6O4Pb.
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Noun1.lead acetate - a poisonous white solid (Pb[CH3CO]2) used in dyeing cotton and in making enamels and varnishes
sugar of lead
acetate, ethanoate - a salt or ester of acetic acid
dye, dyestuff - a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair


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