arsenious

[ ahr-see-nee-uhs ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. arsenous.

arsenious

/ ˈɑːsɪnəs; ɑːˈsiːnɪəs /

adjective

1. of or containing arsenic in the trivalent state

Word History and Origins

Origin of arsenious¹

arsen- + -ious

Example Sentences

Arsenious acid is more frequently used than manganese for the correction of the iron impurity.

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Arsenious oxide is also used as a chemical reagent in glass making and in the dye industry.

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Arsenious acid again has been respired in the form of vapour.

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As Arsenious anhydride:—Obtained in a weighed capsule or tube, either by the crystallisation or sublimation test.

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Uses, &c. Arsenious anhydride and its compounds are extensively employed in the arts and medicine.

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