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benzene) The molecule of benzene consists of six carbon atoms arranged in a ring, with six hydrogen atoms attached. The benzene ring structure is found in many naturally occurring organic compounds. Clear liquid hydrocarbon of characteristic odour, occurring in coal tar. It is used as a solvent and in the synthesis of many chemicals. The benzene molecule consists of a ring of six carbon atoms, all of which are in a single plane, and it is one of the simplest cyclic compounds. Benzene is the simplest of a class of compounds collectively known as aromatic compounds. Some are considered carcinogenic (cancer-inducing). How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| 1 PS price increase was announced in December, contract benzene prices were down to $3. Launched with a June issue, "Litigation Report: Benzene" will be published monthly for plaintiff and defense attorneys involved in benzene litigation. Tour of Rice University in Houston and his colleagues attached sets of four spherical, all-carbon molecules called fullerenes to stiff chassis made of linked benzene compounds. |
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