Hexachlorocyclohexane

Translation of "hexachlorocyclohexane" into Russian

Noun

hexachlorocyclohexane

hexachlorocyclohexanes pl

Hexachlorocyclohexane is used as an insecticide.

Гексахлорциклогексан используется как инсектицид.

Noun

A chemical compound that is a chlorinated hydrocarbon, often used as an insecticide.

The use of hexachlorocyclohexane in agriculture has been restricted due to its environmental impact.

Any of several chlorinated isomers of C6H6Cl6 collectively used as insecticides or pollutants.

Technical reports distinguish the α- and γ-hexachlorocyclohexane found in soil samples.

Specifically, the γ-isomer of the compound, also known as lindane, formerly employed as an agricultural and pharmaceutical insecticide.

Because of toxicity concerns, γ-hexachlorocyclohexane (lindane) has been banned in many countries.

Adjective

Containing, derived from, or related to hexachlorocyclohexane.

The study measured hexachlorocyclohexane residues in river water.