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ZINC PHOSPHIDE [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Crop Protection
Universal entry(ies)
Zn3P2
formula, see observation
1314-84-7
CAS number
CONT

Zinc phosphide ... reacts with water in the gastrointestinal tract to produce the gas phosphene which readily enters the blood stream and is distributed throughout the body.

OBS

Properties: Dark gray, gritty powder. ... Stable if dry. Insoluble in alcohol, soluble in acids, decomposes in water. ... Use: Rodenticide.

OBS

Chemical formula: Zn3P2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Protection des végétaux
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
Zn3P2
formula, see observation
1314-84-7
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : Zn3P2

Spanish

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