1) Obsolete pesticide
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chlorine-containing organic compound used as an insecticide; see aldrin.[1 related articles]
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<biochemistry> A toxic chlorinated organic compound that is used as an insecticide. It causes cancer and is restricted to non-agricultural applications. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
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(di-el´drin) an effective, stable, but toxic chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticide; it is prohibited in many states in the United States but is still used in some other countries.
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A chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticide.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: dī-el′drin Definitions: 1. A chlorinated hydrocarbon used as an insecticide; may cause toxic effects in people and animals exposed to its action through skin contact, inhalation, or food contamination.
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Dieldrin: A chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticide. See: Aldrin and dieldrin.
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Aldrin and dieldrin are the common names of two insecticides that are closely related chemically. The technical compounds are light tan to brown solids or powders. Aldrin is readily converted to
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This was a popular pesticide for crops like corn and cotton, based on 1,2,3,4,10,10-hexachloro-6,7-epoxy-1,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro,endo,exo-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene. It is now classified as a POP. Under the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Compounds, use of this chemical in Europe is subject to restrictions.
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