Definition

Relating to a type of chemical compound that contains chlorine and is often used in pesticides.

Example

Organochlorine pesticides have been banned in many countries due to their harmful effects on the environment.

Conversation

Have you heard about the dangers of organochlorine pesticides?

Yeah, I've read that they can really harm the environment.

It's crazy how something so effective can be so harmful, right?

Absolutely! We need to be more careful about what we use in our gardens.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A type of chemical compound that contains carbon and chlorine, often used as pesticides.

Example

Farmers used organochlorine pesticides to protect their crops from pests.

Conversation

Have you heard about the dangers of organochlorine pesticides?

Yeah, I read they can be really harmful to the environment.

It's crazy how something like organochlorine can affect wildlife so much.

Root Explanation

**Organochlorine** → It is formed from "organ" (from Greek "organon", meaning tool or instrument) and "chlorine" (from Greek "chloros", meaning green). The term refers to chemical compounds that contain carbon and chlorine, often used in pesticides and industrial applications.

Memory Tip

Think of 'organ' as a tool and 'chlorine' as a green element — organochlorines are tools (compounds) that contain chlorine.

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