Contaminant
//kənˈtamɪnənt//
"Contaminant" in a Sentence (2 examples)
Arsenic, a known carcinogen, is a contaminant that comes in two forms: organic and inorganic. Organic arsenic occurs naturally in the soil and water. Inorganic arsenic comes mainly from commercial fertilizers and pesticides used in agriculture.
Put the lid on the jar to keep contaminants out.
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