ClimateAugust 27, 2026

halogenated

huh-LAJ-uh-nay-tid

Definition

Referring to chemical compounds in which one or more hydrogen atoms have been replaced by a halogen (such as chlorine, fluorine, bromine, or iodine).

Etymology

Derived from the chemical element 'halogen' (from the Greek 'hals' meaning 'salt' and 'genes' meaning 'forming') combined with the chemical suffix '-ate' and the past participle '-ed'.

In the news

The article uses this term to describe specific types of waste materials that can produce hazardous pollutants like dioxins and furans when burned in uncontrolled conditions.

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