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Is teflon a compound

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Teflon is a compound made from carbon and fluorine. PTFE PolyTetraFluoroEthylene - polymerized C2F4

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Is teflon an organic compound?

Teflon is an organic material.


Does teflon contain carbon?

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What is teflon made from?

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What does Teflon stand for?

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Is Teflon considered a mineral?

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What is special about Teflon?

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