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  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. heterocyclic compounds
  3. heterocyclic oxygen compounds
  4. cyclic ethers
  5. epoxy compounds
  6. ethylene oxide
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. organic compounds
  3. ethers
  4. cyclic ethers
  5. epoxy compounds
  6. ethylene oxide

Preferred term

ethylene oxide

Type

  • Chemical

Definition

  • Information A colorless and flammable gas at room temperature and pressure. Ethylene oxide is a bactericidal, fungicidal, and sporicidal disinfectant. It is effective against most micro-organisms, including viruses. It is used as a fumigant for foodstuffs and textiles and as an agent for the gaseous sterilization of heat-labile pharmaceutical and surgical materials.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings 2014

    Type: Concept definition

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Synonyms

  • oxirane

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/38268

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