Chloroform vs. Dichloromethane

Chloroformnoun

(chemistry) A halogenated hydrocarbon, trichloromethane, CHCl3; it is a volatile, sweet-smelling liquid, used extensively as a solvent and formerly as an anesthetic.

Chloroformverb

To treat with chloroform, or to render unconscious with chloroform.

Chloroformnoun

A colorless volatile liquid, CHCl3, having an ethereal odor and a sweetish taste, formed by treating alcohol with chlorine and an alkali. It is a powerful solvent of wax, resin, etc., and is extensively used to produce anæsthesia in surgical operations; also externally, to alleviate pain.

Chloroformverb

To treat with chloroform, or to place under its influence.

Chloroformnoun

a volatile liquid haloform (CHCl3); formerly used as an anesthetic;

Chloroformverb

anesthetize with chloroform;

Chloroform

Chloroform, or trichloromethane, is an organic compound with formula CHCl3. It is a colorless, strong-smelling, dense liquid that is produced on a large scale as a precursor to PTFE. It is also a precursor to various refrigerants.

Dichloromethanenoun

(organic compound) The partially halogenated hydrocarbon CH2Cl2 widely used as a solvent

Dichloromethanenoun

a nonflammable liquid used as a solvent and paint remover and refrigerant

Dichloromethane

Dichloromethane (DCM or methylene chloride) is an organochloride compound with the formula CH2Cl2. This colorless, volatile liquid with a chloroform-like, sweet odour is widely used as a solvent.