chemical agent

• Ein Stoff, der in chemischen Prozessen oder Reaktionen eingesetzt wird, oft eine reaktionsfähige Verbindung für industrielle, labor- oder militärische Zwecke. Insbesondere im militärischen Kontext ein chemischer Kampfstoff.

A substance used in chemical processes or reactions, often referring to a reactive compound employed in industrial, laboratory, or military contexts to produce a specific effect.

1. Substance used in reactionsB2formal

   A substance that can cause a chemical reaction or is used in a chemical process.

   Chemisches Reagenz

   • The lab technician handled the chemical agent with extreme caution.
   • Hydrogen peroxide is a common chemical agent used for disinfection.
   • The factory uses a powerful chemical agent to clean industrial equipment.

2. Harmful substanceC1formal

   A toxic or dangerous chemical substance, often used in warfare or terrorism.

   Chemischer Kampfstoff

   • The soldiers were trained to detect a chemical agent attack.
   • Exposure to the chemical agent caused severe respiratory problems.
   • International treaties ban the use of chemical agents in war.