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Meaning of HALON

Pronunciation:  'heylân

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 Definition: [n]  a compound in which the hydrogen atoms of a hydrocarbon have been replaced by bromine and other halogen atoms; very stable; used in fire extinguishers although it is thought to release bromine that depletes the ozone layer
 
 See Also: organic compound, pollutant

 

 

 

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