Polybrominated
adjective
Referring to compounds that have multiple bromine atoms in their chemical structure, often used as flame retardants.
Polybrominated compounds are often found in electronic products as fire retardants.
Often appears as...
- polybrominated biphenyls
- polybrominated diphenyl ethers
Usage tips
Neutral
General
adjective
Referring to compounds that have multiple bromine atoms in their chemical structure, often used as flame retardants.
Polybrominated compounds are often found in electronic products as fire retardants.
Often appears as...
- polybrominated biphenyls
- polybrominated diphenyl ethers
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The term is often used in technical discussions about chemical safety.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use
In informal settings, the discussion about these compounds may involve their prevalence in household goods.
Pro Tip 3/3Environmental Concern
Polybrominated compounds are frequently mentioned in the context of environmental regulations due to their persistence in the environment.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The term is often used in technical discussions about chemical safety.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use
In informal settings, the discussion about these compounds may involve their prevalence in household goods.
Pro Tip 3/3Environmental Concern
Polybrominated compounds are frequently mentioned in the context of environmental regulations due to their persistence in the environment.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The term is often used in technical discussions about chemical safety.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use
In informal settings, the discussion about these compounds may involve their prevalence in household goods.
Pro Tip 3/3Environmental Concern
Polybrominated compounds are frequently mentioned in the context of environmental regulations due to their persistence in the environment.
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