How Do You Spell CHLOROFORM?

Pronunciation: [klˌɔːɹə͡ʊfˈɔːm] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word chloroform is /ˈklɔːrəfɔːm/. The first syllable begins with the 'kl' consonant cluster, which is followed by the short 'o' sound. The second syllable begins with the 'r' sound, followed by the long 'o' sound, and ends with the 'r' sound again. The final syllable begins with the 'f' sound, followed by the 'or' vowel combination and ending with the 'm' sound. This pronunciation guide helps to ensure proper spelling of this important chemical compound used in medical and industrial applications.

CHLOROFORM Meaning and Definition

  1. Chloroform is a chemical compound with the molecular formula CHCl3. It is a clear, colorless, and volatile liquid with a sweet, yet strong, odor. In a dictionary definition, chloroform is described as an organic solvent that can be produced through the reaction of chlorine and methane.

    Chloroform's chemical structure consists of a central carbon atom bonded to three hydrogen atoms and one chlorine atom—hence the name chloroform. It is known for its ability to dissolve a wide variety of organic materials, making it a versatile solvent in various industrial and laboratory applications.

    Historically, chloroform has also been employed as an anesthetic, albeit with caution due to its potential toxic effects. The use of chloroform as an anesthetic peaked in the mid-19th century but gradually declined due to the emergence of safer alternatives. Its use in medical settings now mainly involves extracting DNA or RNA from biological samples.

    Additionally, chloroform can be found naturally in small amounts in the environment, including in bodies of water as a result of the breakdown of organic matter. Due to its potential toxicity and harmful effects on human health, chloroform exposure should be minimized, and appropriate precautions should be taken when handling it.

  2. Chloroformum.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. A volatile liquid remarkable for its property of producing insensibility to pain when inhaled by the lungs.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of CHLOROFORM

The word "chloroform" has its origins in Greek. It is derived from two Greek words, "chloros" meaning "green" and "pharmakon" meaning "remedy" or "drug". Therefore, "chloroform" can be understood to mean a "greenish remedy" or "greenish drug". The name reflects the pale green color of the liquid compound when it is in its pure form.

Similar spelling words for CHLOROFORM

Plural form of CHLOROFORM is CHLOROFORMS

Conjugate verb Chloroform

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

we Let´s chloroform

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

chloroformed

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

I chloroform
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we chloroform
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am chloroforming
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

chloroforming

PRESENT PERFECT

I have chloroformed
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been chloroforming
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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it chloroform

SIMPLE PAST

I chloroformed
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we chloroformed
they chloroformed

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