organochlorine
/ˌɔːrɡənoʊˈklɔːriːn/
noun
- A chemical compound containing chlorine and carbon, often used in pesticides and industrial products, and known for being persistent in the environment.
- Organochlorines can accumulate in the food chain over time.
- Many organochlorines were banned because they harm wildlife.
- The lab tested the soil for organochlorine residues.
adjective
- Relating to or containing chlorine and carbon atoms in its molecular structure.
- Organochlorine pesticides are no longer used in many countries.
- Scientists study the effects of organochlorine compounds on human health.
- The factory released organochlorine waste into the river.