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Definition of Corrosive sublimate

1. Noun. A white poisonous soluble crystalline sublimate of mercury; used as a pesticide or antiseptic or wood preservative.

Definition of Corrosive sublimate

1. Noun. (chemistry obsolete) mercuric chloride ¹

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Medical Definition of Corrosive sublimate

1. Mercury chloride (hgcl2). A highly toxic compound that volatises slightly at ordinary temperature and appreciably at 100 degrees c. It is corrosive to mucous membranes and used as a topical antiseptic and disinfectant. Pharmacological action: anti-infective agents, local, disinfectants. Chemical name: Mercury chloride (HgCl2) (12 Dec 1998)

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