D'arsène (en. Of arsene)
/d'aʁsɛn/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A chemical element with the symbol As and atomic number 33.
Arsenic is often used in the manufacturing of semiconductors.
L'arsène est souvent utilisé dans la fabrication de semi-conducteurs.
A compound that contains arsenic in its structure.
Research on arsenic derivatives is crucial for technological innovation.
La recherche sur les dérivés de l'arsène est cruciale pour l'innovation technologique.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'arsenic', which comes from the Greek 'arsenikon'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
reaction to arsenic
Chemical reaction involving arsenic.
réaction à l'arsène
arsenic compound
A chemical mixture containing arsenic.
composé d'arsène
toxic like arsenic
Refers to a high toxicity comparable to that of arsenic.
toxique comme l'arsène
Related Words
arsenic
A chemical element that is a poison.
arsenic
element
A pure substance that cannot be broken down into other substances.
élément
chemistry
The science that studies elements and their interactions.
chimie
Slang Meanings
Familiar use to refer to a dangerous chemical product.
Be careful with that ingredient, it's arsenic!
Fais attention à cet ingrédient, c'est d'arsène !
To evoke something harmful or toxic.
This situation is as bad as arsenic.
Cette situation est aussi mauvaise que de l'arsène.