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furane

furane

9.9
A clear poisonous liquid that can catch fire and people use to make nylon and other chemicals
  • noun
  • /fjʊˈreɪn/
  • UK
: furano
  • Furane is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of adhesives and nylon.

Examples

  • Exposure to furane should be minimized because it is highly toxic.

  • The laboratory stored furane in tightly sealed containers due to its volatility.

  • The chemical furane is used in various industrial processes.

  • Is furane safe to handle without protective gear?

  • Furane is commonly utilized as a solvent in the production of synthetic fibers and resins.

  • In chemical laboratories, furane is recognized for its applications in creating plastics and pharmaceuticals.

  • Safety protocols require proper ventilation when working with furane due to its flammable nature.

Synonyms

furan
vsfurane
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A poisonous, flammable liquid used to make nylon and other chemicals

focuses on its use in making nylon and other chemicals

Surface Forms

furane singular
furanes plural

Etymology

Furane comes from the old Latin word furfur, which means 'bran', because early chemists made related chemicals from grain waste. So the name stayed for this clear, flammable liquid used in making nylon and other chemicals.