Perchloromethane (Noun)
Meaning
A colorless nonflammable liquid used as a solvent for fats and oils; because of its toxicity its use as a cleaning fluid or fire extinguisher has declined.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Perchloromethane is used as a solvent for fats and oils in various industrial applications.
- The use of perchloromethane as a cleaning fluid has declined significantly due to its toxicity concerns.
- Perchloromethane was once widely used as a fire extinguisher, but its use has largely been phased out.
- The chemical properties of perchloromethane make it an effective solvent, but its toxicity limits its use.
- In the past, perchloromethane was used to clean grease and grime from machinery, but safer alternatives are now preferred.