hexachlorocyclohexane

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What does hexachlorocyclohexane mean?

Any of several chlorinated derivatives of cyclohexane (C₆H₆Cl₆) that are used chiefly as insecticides, including the gamma isomer lindane.

Where does hexachlorocyclohexane come from?

From hexa- + chloro- + cyclohexane.

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