Medical Definition of Heptachlor epoxide
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An oxidation product of heptachlor formed by many plants and animals, including humans, after exposure to heptachlor. It has been shown to remain in soil treated with heptachlor for over fifteen years and is toxic to animals and humans.
Pharmacological action: insecticide, organochlorine.
Chemical name: 2,5-Methano-2H-indeno(1,2-b)oxirene, 2,3,4,5,6,7,7-heptachloro-1a,1b,5,5a,6,6a-hexahydro-, (1aalpha,1bbeta,2alpha,5alpha,5abeta,6beta,6aalpha)-
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Heptachlor Epoxide
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