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furan: see furfural furfural (fûr`fərəl) or furfuraldehyde ..... Click the link for more information. . furan [′fyu̇r‚an] (organic chemistry) One of a group of organic heterocyclic compounds containing a diunsaturated ring of four carbon atoms and one oxygen atom. C4H4O4The simplest furan type of molecule; a colorless, mildly toxic liquid, boiling at 32°C, insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and ether; used as a chemical intermediate. Also known as furfuran; tetrol. 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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Dioxins and furans are among the most toxic substances known. In some situations other contaminants must be tested for, including TCLP metals, VOCs, dioxins and furans. In fall 2005, the North American Commission for Environmental Cooperation began a continentwide testing program to analyze the blood of 500 first-time mothers for environmental contaminants including dioxins, furans, PCBs, DDT, chlordane, lindane, arsenic, lead, and mercury. |
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