FORMALIN
\fˈɔːmɐlˌɪn], \fˈɔːmɐlˌɪn], \f_ˈɔː_m_ɐ_l_ˌɪ_n]\
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a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water; used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens
By Princeton University
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a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water; used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A highly reactive aldehyde gas formed by oxidation or incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons. In solution, it has a wide range of uses: in the manufacture of resins and textiles, as a disinfectant, and as a laboratory fixative or preservative. Formaldehyde solution (formalin) is considered a hazardous compound, and its vapor toxic. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p717)
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By Willam Alexander Newman Dorland
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