methylphosphonofluoridate

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What does methylphosphonofluoridate mean?

Any of a class of highly toxic organophosphorus compounds characterized by the methylphosphonofluoridate chemical structure, including sarin and soman. They are potent cholinesterase inhibitors, often used as chemical weapons.

Where does methylphosphonofluoridate come from?

From methyl + phosphon(ic) + -o- + fluoridate.

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