dinitrophenols
/daɪˌnaɪtroʊˈfinoʊlz/
noun
- A group of chemical compounds used in pesticides, dyes, and explosives.
- Old containers of dinitrophenols must be disposed of carefully because they are toxic.
- The factory produced dinitrophenols for industrial applications like dye manufacturing.
- Farmers once used dinitrophenols to kill weeds in their fields.
- Any of several yellow, crystalline compounds that can be dangerous if inhaled or touched.
- The lab technician wore gloves when handling dinitrophenols to avoid skin irritation.
- Safety data sheets warn that dinitrophenols can be absorbed through the skin.
- Dinitrophenols are known to cause poisoning if accidentally ingested.