Definition

A chemical compound that is a white crystalline powder, mainly used as a pesticide in agriculture and for treating skin conditions like scabies and lice.

Example

Farmers often used lindane to protect their crops from pests.

Conversation

Have you heard about the pesticide called lindane?

Yeah, I think it's used a lot in agriculture, right?

Exactly! I read it can also be used to treat scabies.

That's interesting; I didn't know it had medical uses too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lindane originates from the German word 'Lindan', which is derived from 'Linde' (meaning lime tree) and the suffix '-an', indicating a chemical compound. Lindane refers to a chemical compound that is related to the structure of the lime tree.

Memory Tip

Think of the lime tree ('Linde') when remembering that 'lindane' is a chemical compound associated with it.

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