How To Pronounce Thimerosal

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The chemical name for thimerosal is mercurithiosalicylic acid. It is a white, crystalline powder that is odorless and has a slightly bitter taste. It is soluble in water and insoluble in organic solvents.

Thimerosal is an organic compound that contains mercury. It is used as a preservative in some vaccines, immunoglobulin preparations, and topical antiseptics. It is also used in some contact lens solutions and in ophthalmic ointments.

The name "thimerosal" is derived from the Greek words "thio-" (meaning sulfur) and "meros" (meaning part or share). The chemical structure of thimerosal contains a thiosalicylic acid moiety and a mercury atom.

The mercury in thimerosal is in the form of a cation, which is surrounded by an anion of thiosalicylic acid. The thiosalicylic acid moiety is what confers the preservative properties to thimerosal.

The recommended pronunciation of thimerosal is "THY-meh-roh-sal".







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