lead arsenate
Definition
- Noun:
- A toxic chemical compound: Lead arsenate is a poisonous white solid with the chemical formula Pb₃(AsO₄)₂.
- A historical pesticide: It was formerly used extensively as an insecticide in agriculture.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The orchard was treated with lead arsenate to control pests.
- Due to its high toxicity, the use of lead arsenate has been banned in many countries.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The term is primarily used in historical, environmental, or toxicological contexts to discuss past agricultural practices or soil contamination.
- The study focused on the persistent soil contamination from decades of lead arsenate application.
Variants and Related Words
- Arsenate (noun): A salt or ester of arsenic acid.
- Insecticide (noun): A substance used for killing insects.
Synonyms
- Chemical insecticide
- Arsenical pesticide
Notes on Usage
- Caution: "Lead arsenate" refers to a specific, highly toxic compound. It is not used in modern agriculture and is primarily discussed regarding its environmental legacy and health hazards.
- Context: This is a technical term most commonly encountered in scientific, historical, or regulatory writing.
Noun
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a poisonous white solid (Pb3[AsO4]2) used as an insecticide
