Organochlorine chemistry
Organochlorine Chemistry
Organochlorine Chemistry (pronunciation: /ˌɔːrɡənoʊˈklɔːraɪn ˈkɛmɪstri/) is a branch of Chemistry that deals with organic compounds containing Chlorine atoms.
Etymology
The term "Organochlorine" is derived from two words: "Organic", referring to organic compounds, and "Chlorine", a chemical element. The term "Chemistry" is derived from the Greek word "khēmeía" which means "to cast metal".
Definition
Organochlorine Chemistry is the study of organic compounds where chlorine atoms are bonded to carbon atoms. These compounds are often used in industry and agriculture, particularly in the production of pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and fire retardants.
Related Terms
- Organohalogen compound: A group of organic compounds in which halogens are bonded to carbon atoms. Organochlorines are a subset of these compounds.
- Chlorocarbon: A compound that contains both chlorine and carbon. This is a broader category that includes organochlorines.
- Chlorinated hydrocarbon: A hydrocarbon in which one or more hydrogen atoms have been replaced by chlorine. This is another term for organochlorine.
- Pesticide: A substance used to kill pests. Many pesticides are organochlorines.
- Pharmaceutical: A medicinal drug. Some pharmaceuticals are made using organochlorine chemistry.
- Fire retardant: A substance that is used to slow or stop the spread of fire. Some fire retardants are organochlorines.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Organochlorine chemistry
- Wikipedia's article - Organochlorine chemistry
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