ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Hexachlorocyclopentadiene is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) A highly chlorinated cyclic hydrocarbon (C₅Cl₆) used chiefly as a chemical intermediate in the manufacture of pesticides and resins; a toxic, reactive compound that can irritate the eyes, skin, and respiratory system upon exposure.

Meaning

(organic chemistry) A highly chlorinated cyclic hydrocarbon (C₅Cl₆) used chiefly as a chemical intermediate in the manufacture of pesticides and resins; a toxic, reactive compound that can irritate the eyes, skin, and respiratory system upon exposure.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include hexachlorocyclohexane, pentachlorocyclohexane, pentachlorocyclohexanol, chlorocyclopentyl, chlorocyclopentane, tetrachlorocyclohexene.

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