arsenic sulphide

Arsenic sulphide compounds, such as orpiment and realgar, have been historically used as pigments and have applications in various industries.

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Definition

C1Chemistry

(technical)A compound consisting of arsenic and sulfur.

Example

  • Arsenic sulphide can exist in different forms, each with unique properties.

C1Mineralogy

(technical)A yellow or orange mineral form of arsenic trisulfide (As2S3), historically used as a pigment.

Example

  • Orpiment, a type of arsenic sulphide, was commonly used in ancient art.

C1Mineralogy

(technical)A red to orange mineral form of arsenic disulfide (As4S4), also used as a pigment.

Example

  • Realgar, another form of arsenic sulphide, was utilized in fireworks and pigments.

C1Health and Safety

(warning)A highly toxic substance that poses health risks if inhaled or ingested.

Example

  • Proper safety equipment is essential when handling arsenic sulphide due to its toxicity.

C1Electronics

(technical)A material used for its semiconducting properties in manufacturing sensors and devices.

Example

  • Arsenic sulphide is utilized in the production of certain types of electronic sensors.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "arsenic sulphide":

arsinic acidarsinous acidantimony sulphidearsonic acidsulfur nitride