trichloroethane

tri·chlo·ro·eth·ane  (tr-klôr-thn, -klr-)

n.

Either of two colorless, nonflammable, isomeric compounds, C₂H₃Cl₃, having a sweet odor, used as solvents for adhesives, pesticides, and lubricants, and in industrial cleaning solutions.

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trichloroethane [traɪˌklɔːrəʊˈiːθeɪn]

n

(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a volatile nonflammable colourless liquid with low toxicity used for cleaning electrical apparatus and as a solvent; 1,2,3-trichloroethane. Formula: CH₃CCl₃ Also called methyl chloroform

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trichloroethane  (tr-klôr-thn)

A colorless, nonflammable compound having a sweet odor, existing in two isomers. It is used as a solvent for adhesives, pesticides, and lubricants, and in industrial cleaning solutions. Chemical formula: C₂H₃Cl₃.

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trichloroethane - a heavy colorless highly toxic liquid used as a solvent to clean electronic components and for dry cleaning and as a fumigant; causes cancer and liver and lung damage TCE, trichloroethylene ethene, ethylene - a flammable colorless gaseous alkene; obtained from petroleum and natural gas and used in manufacturing many other chemicals; sometimes used as an anesthetic