cyanogen chloride

American  

noun

1. a colorless, volatile, poisonous liquid, CNCl, used chiefly in the synthesis of compounds containing the cyano group.

---

Example Sentences

The “Chemical Plant Area” was used from 1949 through the 1960s for the renovation and destruction of weapons including mustard agent, cyanogen chloride and phosgene bombs ranging from 100 to 1,000 pounds.

From Washington Times • Jun. 25, 2016

They also form a toxic gas called cyanogen chloride, which can damage the heart, lungs and nervous system.

From Slate • May 27, 2016

Other scientists have found frequent exposure to trichloramine and cyanogen chloride in pools—like swimmers and lifeguards experience—raises the likelihood of asthma and other respiratory problems, although these links require more study.

From Scientific American • Jul. 31, 2014

It combines with water, forming the hydrates SbCl5�H2O and SbCl5�4H2O; it also combines with phosphorus oxychloride, hydrocyanic acid, and cyanogen chloride.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 2 "Anjar" to "Apollo" by Various