Definition

A clear, colorless liquid that is used as a solvent in the production of resins and other chemicals.

Example

Epichlorohydrin is commonly used in the manufacturing of epoxy resins.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of epichlorohydrin?

Yeah, isn't it used in making resins?

Exactly! It's a colorless liquid that's quite interesting.

I should read more about it; it sounds useful in chemistry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epichlorohydrin is formed from "epi-" (meaning upon or over), "chloros" (from Greek, meaning green, referring to chlorine), and "hydrin" (derived from "hydro-" meaning water and "-in" indicating a chemical compound). The word describes a chemical compound that is a derivative of glycerol with chlorine and is used in various industrial applications.

Memory Tip

Think of 'epi-' meaning 'upon' or 'over', combined with 'chloros' which refers to 'green' (chlorine), and 'hydrin' indicating a chemical compound related to water. This helps you remember that epichlorohydrin is a chemical compound related to chlorine and water.

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