Chloroform

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Contents 1 Broader Terms 2 Related Terms 3 Scope Note 4 Facts (generated by robot; please edit if you find it inaccurate)

Broader Terms

haloalkane

Related Terms

nonwater solvent

Scope Note

commonly used laboratory solvent formerly used as an anesthetic, possible carcinogen.

Facts (generated by robot; please edit if you find it inaccurate)

• What is chloroform? Chloroform is a colorless liquid with a pleasant, nonirritating odor and a slightly sweet taste.
• What is chloroform? (Pronounced klr-frm) Chloroform is a colorless liquid with a pleasant, nonirri- tating odor and a slightly sweet taste.
• The major effect from acute (short-term) inhalation exposure to chloroform is central nervous system depression.
• How Is It Used? Chloroform is used primarily in the production of chlorodifluoromethane (a refrigerant in home air conditioners and supermarket freezers) and fluoropolymers.
• GEOLOGICAL SURVEY Scientific Investigations Report 2004-5137 Chloroform is one of the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) detected most frequently in both ground and surface water.

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