Perfluoroalkyl
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perfluoroalkyl is a noun meaning (organic chemistry, especially in combination) Any perfluoro derivative of an alkyl group.
Meaning
(organic chemistry, especially in combination) Any perfluoro derivative of an alkyl group.
Example Sentences
Michael S. Regan, the administrator of the E.P.A., said the government intends to require near-zero levels of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, part of a class of chemicals known as known as PFAS.
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) have been manufactured since the 1950s for use as surface protectants for textiles and leather treatment, as protection additives in food packaging and paper products, and in firefighting foams.
Word Forms
- perfluoroalkyls
- perfluoralkyl
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include perfluoralkyl, perfluoroaryl, polyfluoroalkyl, perfluoroalkoxy, perfluorooctyl, perfluoroalkylation.
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