Mesh term Mercuric Chloride
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Mercury Compounds
Description
Mercury chloride (HgCl2). A highly toxic compound that volatizes slightly at ordinary temperature and appreciably at 100 degrees C. It is corrosive to mucous membranes and used as a topical antiseptic and disinfectant.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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