polychlorinatedbiphenyl

[US]/ˌpɒliklɔːrɪˈneɪtɪdˈbaɪfənɪl/
[UK]/ˌpɑːliklɔːrɪˈneɪtɪdˈbaɪfənɪl/

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n.polychlorinated biphenyl (a synthetic industrial chemical compound)
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polychlorinated biphenyl production was banned in the united states in 1979.

exposure to polychlorinated biphenyls can cause severe health issues.

older electrical transformers often contain polychlorinated biphenyls as a coolant.

polychlorinated biphenyls are persistent organic pollutants that do not degrade easily.

high levels of polychlorinated biphenyl were found in the river sediment.

the proper disposal of polychlorinated biphenyl waste is crucial for safety.

scientists detected polychlorinated biphenyl contamination in the local fish population.

international treaties aim to eliminate the use of polychlorinated biphenyls globally.

the environmental protection agency regulates polychlorinated biphenyl remediation efforts.

cleaning up polychlorinated biphenyl spills requires specialized equipment.

seal blubber accumulates polychlorinated biphenyls from the marine environment.

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