Associations to the word «Calomel»

Wiktionary

CALOMEL, noun. (inorganic compound) mercurous chloride Hg2Cl2
CALOMEL ELECTRODE, noun. (physics) (chemistry) A reference electrode or half-cell consisting of mercury, mercurous chloride and potassium chloride; used in pH meters and voltmeters

Dictionary definition

CALOMEL, noun. A tasteless colorless powder used medicinally as a cathartic.

Wise words

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