arsenous

/ˈɑːrsənəs/
adjective
  1. Relating to or containing arsenic, especially with a valence of three.
    • The chemist studied the properties of arsenous acid in the lab.
    • Exposure to arsenous dust can cause serious health problems.
    • Arsenous compounds are often more toxic than other forms of arsenic.
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