bromochlorofluoromethane en · NOUN
Etymology
From bromo- + chloro- + fluoro- + methane.
Meanings
- A halomethane compound made from methane with bromine, chlorine, and fluorine atoms attached. It is a colorless volatile chemical that can harm the ozone layer because it contains bromine and chlorine.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bromochlorofluoromethanes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |