fluorochemicals
nounUK /ˌflʊərəʊˈkemɪkəlz/
US /ˌflʊroʊˈkemɪkəlz/
Fluorochemicals are human-made chemicals that have fluorine in them and are used to make things like non-stick pans and waterproof clothes.
The factory uses fluorochemicals to make jackets that keep rain out.
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2. Chemicals containing fluorine that are used in refrigerants and air-conditioning systems.
Older air conditioners used fluorochemicals that harmed the ozone layer.
3. Substances added to firefighting foams to help put out fuel fires.
Firefighters sprayed fluorochemicals on the burning fuel.
4. Compounds used in some medical imaging and contrast agents.
Doctors used a fluorochemical to make the scan clearer.