"mirex" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} mirex (uncountable)
  1. (organic chemistry) The pesticide and fire retardant perchloropentacyclodecane, which is a persistent organic pollutant. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Organic compounds Synonyms: dechlorane, perchloropentacyclodecane
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