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prussian blue

/ˈprʌʃən bluː/

Tradução: Pigmento azul-escuro usado em tintas, vernizes e como medicamento no tratamento de intoxicação por metais pesados. É um composto sintético descoberto no início do século XVIII.

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/ˈprʌʃən bluː/C1formalscientific
  • ptPigmento azul-escuro usado em tintas, vernizes e como medicamento no tratamento de intoxicação por metais pesados. É um composto sintético descoberto no início do século XVIII.

A dark blue pigment used in paints, inks, and as a medical treatment for heavy metal poisoning. It is a synthetic compound discovered in the early 18th century.

  1. Chemical compoundC1formal

    A dark blue pigment used in paints, inks, and as a medical treatment for heavy metal poisoning.

    ptazul da Prússia

    • Prussian blue is often used in art for its deep, rich color.
    • The chemist synthesized Prussian blue in the laboratory.
    • Doctors administered Prussian blue to treat thallium poisoning.
  2. Color nameB2formal

    A deep, intense blue color, named after the pigment.

    ptNome de cor

    • The artist chose Prussian blue for the sky in the painting.
    • Her dress was a beautiful shade of Prussian blue.
    • The walls were painted a dark Prussian blue.