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Benzene (Noun)

Meaning

A colorless liquid hydrocarbon; highly flammable; carcinogenic; the simplest of the aromatic compounds.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • Exposure to benzene can be hazardous to human health due to its carcinogenic properties.
  • Benzene is the simplest of the aromatic hydrocarbons and serves as a precursor for the production of other important chemicals.
  • The risk of fire in the laboratory was increased by the presence of highly flammable substances like benzene.
  • When heated, benzene undergoes a chemical reaction that releases toxic fumes.
  • To reduce environmental pollution, many manufacturers are working to minimize their use of benzene in industrial processes.

Synonyms

  • Benzol
  • Benzine

Hyponyms

  • Benzene Ring
  • Benzene Nucleus
  • Kekule Formula
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