Associations to the word «Trichloroethane»

Wiktionary

TRICHLOROETHANE, noun. (organic compound) Either of two isomeric halogenated hydrocarbons, CH3-CCl3 or CH2Cl-CHCl2, that are used in several industrial applications, especially as solvents
TRICHLOROETHANE, noun. (organic chemistry) Any of many derivatives of these compounds

Dictionary definition

TRICHLOROETHANE, noun. A heavy colorless highly toxic liquid used as a solvent to clean electronic components and for dry cleaning and as a fumigant; causes cancer and liver and lung damage.

Wise words

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