dibenzofurans
/daɪˌbɛnzoʊˈfjʊrænz/
noun
- A group of chemical compounds that are often toxic pollutants formed during burning or industrial processes.
- Dibenzofurans can be released when waste is burned at low temperatures.
- The factory installed filters to reduce emissions of dibenzofurans.
- Scientists monitor dibenzofurans in the environment because of their health risks.