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formaldehyde

[fawr-mal-duh-hahyd, fer-] / fɔrˈmæl dəˌhaɪd, fər- /
NOUN
preservative
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Formaldehyde is also produced within our cells and it is present in animals and in plants.

From Science Daily • Sep. 28, 2023

Formaldehyde is in composite wood products such as plywood, as well as in building materials and insulation, glues, permanent press fabrics, paints, coatings, lacquers, finishes, as well as paper products.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2022

Formaldehyde can cause burning sensation in the eyes, nose and throat as well as nausea and skin irritation.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 21, 2021

Formaldehyde levels in outdoor air range from 0.001 to 0.02 ppm in urban areas.

From Textbooks • Sep. 6, 2018

Formaldehyde does not penetrate well enough to be reliable in diphtheria.

From Essays In Pastoral Medicine by ?Malley, Austin




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