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chloroprene (klōr`əprēn') or 2-chloro-1,3-butadiene, colorless liquid organic compound used in the synthesis of neoprene and certain other rubbers rubber, any solid substance that upon vulcanization becomes elastic; the term includes natural rubber ( caoutchouc ) and synthetic rubber. The term elastomer ..... Click the link for more information. . The structure of the chloroprene molecule is very similar to that of isoprene; the molecule contains two double bonds and is readily polymerized. chloroprene [′klȯr·ə‚prēn] (organic chemistry) C4H5Cl A colorless liquid which polymerizes to chloroprene resin. Also known as chlorobutadiene. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The pyrolyzate of chloroprene rubber can give a variable spectrum that also tends to be lacking in characteristic features. Evaluation of Butadiene and Chloroprene Health Risks. Chemicals group Lanxess, Leverkusen, Germany, has invested more than EUR 15 million in the production of chloroprene rubber (CR) in Dormagen, Germany. |
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