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dichloroethane
[ dahy-klawr-oh-eth-eyn, -klohr- ]
Word History and Origins
Origin of dichloroethane1
Example Sentences
The EPA said Tuesday that trichloroethylene and dichloroethane have been found in private water wells away from the plant.
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.
Another compound highlighted in this new report is dichloroethane.
The university says the dioxane, dichloroethane and chloroform in the groundwater can vaporize into the air, including in its buildings.
Late last year, local work safety authorities began receiving reports of 37 workers poisoned by dichloroethane - a common ingredient found in glue that can cause cancer.
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