Organophosphorus compound
Organophosphorus compound
An Organophosphorus compound (pronunciation: /ˌɔːrɡənoʊˈfɒsfərəs kɒmpaʊnd/) is a type of compound that contains phosphorus. It is often abbreviated as OP.
Etymology
The term "organophosphorus" is derived from the words "organic" and "phosphorus". The prefix "organo-" refers to the presence of a carbon-phosphorus (C-P) bond.
Definition
Organophosphorus compounds are chemical substances that contain carbon-phosphorus bonds. They are used in a wide range of applications, including pesticides, nerve gases, and plasticizers. Some organophosphorus compounds are highly toxic, while others are essential for life.
Related Terms
- Phosphorus: A chemical element with the symbol P and atomic number 15. It is a nonmetal that is essential for life and is found in many organophosphorus compounds.
- Pesticides: Substances used to control pests, including insects, weeds, and diseases. Many pesticides are organophosphorus compounds.
- Nerve gases: A class of organic chemicals that disrupt the mechanisms by which nerves transfer messages to organs. Some nerve gases are organophosphorus compounds.
- Plasticizers: Substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility, transparency, durability, and longevity. Some plasticizers are organophosphorus compounds.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Organophosphorus compound
- Wikipedia's article - Organophosphorus compound
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