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chloroprene
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chlo·ro·prene  (klôr-prn, klr-)
n.
A colorless liquid, C4H5Cl, that polymerizes to neoprene.
[chloro- + (iso)prene.]
chloroprene [ˈklɔːrəʊˌpriːn]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a colourless liquid derivative of butadiene that is used in making neoprene rubbers; 2-chloro-1,2-butadiene. Formula: CH2:CHCCl:CH2
[from chloro- + (iso)prene]
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Noun1.chloroprene - derivative of butadiene used in making neoprene by polymerization
butadiene - a gaseous hydrocarbon C4H6; used in making synthetic rubbers
neoprene - a synthetic rubber that is resistant to oils and aging; used in waterproof products
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