A colorless poisonous gas; made by the oxidation of methanol.
Synonyms
Examples for "formaldehyde "
Examples for "formaldehyde "
1 The species from organized and unorganized emissions of formaldehyde manufacturing differed significantly.
2 The vapor also contains some formaldehyde and other chemicals, according to Leno.
3 With indoor allergens the chemical formaldehyde was identified as a major culprit.
4 Enzymes in the body convert methanol to formaldehyde , which causes the symptoms.
5 And that, when placed in water or formaldehyde , aerated lungs would float.
Grammar, pronunciation and more
Translations for methanal