What does perfluorocarbon mean?
Perfluorocarbon means (organic chemistry) Any compound formally derived from a hydrocarbon by replacing each hydrogen atom with one of fluorine; used as refrigerants, solvents, and anesthetics..
Perfluorocarbon
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(organic chemistry) Any compound formally derived from a hydrocarbon by replacing each hydrogen atom with one of fluorine; used as refrigerants, solvents, and anesthetics..
Example Sentences
Then they backed the membrane with a gel matrix containing a perfluorocarbon (PFC) propellant and fluorescent "nanobullets" about a micron wide, and hit it with ultrasound.
Synonyms for perfluorocarbon
Antonyms for perfluorocarbon
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Word Forms
- perfluorocarbons
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for perfluorocarbon?
Common synonyms include PFC, fluorocarbon.
What is the opposite of perfluorocarbon?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use perfluorocarbon in a sentence?
Then they backed the membrane with a gel matrix containing a perfluorocarbon (PFC) propellant and fluorescent "nanobullets" about a micron wide, and hit it with ultrasound.
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