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lead acetate (l

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]

(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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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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