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... > chemical > organic substance > organohalogen compound > halogenated hydrocarbon > organochlorine compound > chlorinated hydrocarbon > chloroethylene

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chloroethylene  

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  • A flammable, explosive gas with an ethereal aroma; soluble in alcohol and ether, slightly soluble in water; boils at -14° C; an important monomer for polyvinyl chloride and its copolymers; used in organic synthesis and in adhesives.

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http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/1378

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