Benzene
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- Created on: 21-09-15 18:03
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- Benzene
- Arenes
- Occur naturally in crude oil and coal.
- Aromatic hydrocarbons containing one or more benzene rings
- Molecular formula: C6H6
- Used in: detergents, explosives, pharmaceuticals and dyestuffs.
- It's a carcinogen, continued exposure to benzene vapour can lead to anaemia or lukaemia
- A colourless, sweet smelling liquid that is highly flammable
- Natural sources of benzene include volcanoes and forest fires
- Arenes
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