dichloroethane

[ dahy-klawr-oh-eth-eyn, -klohr- ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. ethylene dichloride.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dichloroethane¹

di- ¹ + chloro- ² + ethane

Example Sentences

The EPA said Tuesday that trichloroethylene and dichloroethane have been found in private water wells away from the plant.

From Washington Times

The EPA said Tuesday that trichloroethylene and dichloroethane have been found in private water wells away from the plant.

From Seattle Times

The researchers say that a building boom in India is a concern as that will likely see a rise in the amounts of PVC being used with a knock-on effect on levels of dichloroethane in the air.

From BBC

Another compound highlighted in this new report is dichloroethane.

From BBC

The university says the dioxane, dichloroethane and chloroform in the groundwater can vaporize into the air, including in its buildings.

From Washington Times