halon

Noun
  1. A compound in which the hydrogen atoms of a hydrocarbon have been replaced by bromine and other halogen atoms;
    Very stable;
    Used in fire extinguishers although it is thought to release bromine that depletes the ozone layer (synset 114644435)
    is a type of:
    • organic compound - any compound of carbon and another element or a radical
    • pollutant - waste matter that contaminates the water or air or soil

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