OXIRANE
\ˈɒksəɹˌe͡ɪn], \ˈɒksəɹˌeɪn], \ˈɒ_k_s_ə_ɹ_ˌeɪ_n]\
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A colorless and flammable gas at room temperature and pressure. Ethylene oxide is a bactericidal, fungicidal, and sporicidal disinfectant. It is effective against most micro-organisms, including viruses. It is used as a fumigant for foodstuffs and textiles and as an agent for the gaseous sterilization of heat-labile pharmaceutical and surgical materials. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p794)
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