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Nickel Carbonyl

Highly poisonous volatile liquid formed by the reaction of hot carbon monoxide and nickel. It is found in the emissions of automobiles. The vapour can cause lung cancer.

Source: United Nations, Glossary of Environment Statistics

   
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