Polychlorinated
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Polychlorinated is an adjective meaning (chemistry) Having many hydrogen atoms replaced by chlorine.
Meaning
(chemistry) Having many hydrogen atoms replaced by chlorine.
Example Sentences
Another environmental factor thought to be affecting some coastal birds, although comparatively little is yet known about its extent or origin, is the presence of marine pollutants such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and toxic heavy metals.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include diphenyl, naphthalene, biphenyl, dibenzofuran, biphenyls, dioxins.
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