chlor·dane (klôr d n , kl r-) also chlor·dan (-d n)n. A colorless, odorless, viscous liquid, C10H6Cl8, used as an insecticide. It may be toxic to humans and wildlife as a result of its effect on the nervous system. |
chlordane [ˈklɔːdeɪn], chlordan [ˈklɔːdæn]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a white insoluble toxic solid existing in several isomeric forms and usually used, as an insecticide, in the form of a brown impure liquid. Formula: C10H6Cl8
[from chloro- + (in)d(ene) + -ane]
| chlordane (klôrdn) also chlordan (klôrdn) A colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that occurs in several isomers and was formerly used as an insecticide. Because it can damage the liver and nervous system and remains as a toxin in the environment for many years, chlordane was banned in 1988. Chemical formula: C10H6Cl8. |
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