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Noun benzol has 1 sense
- benzene, benzine, benzol - a colorless liquid hydrocarbon; highly inflammable; carcinogenic; the simplest of the aromatic compounds
--1 is a kind of aromatic hydrocarbon
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Benzol
Definition:
Benzol, also known as benzene, is a colorless and highly flammable liquid hydrocarbon derived from petroleum.
Parts of Speech:
Noun
Senses:
1. Chemical compound:
- Synonyms: benzene
- A volatile liquid hydrocarbon with a sweet odor, used as a solvent and for manufacturing various chemicals
- Example sentence: The chemical plant released benzol as a byproduct, causing environmental concerns.
Usages:
1. Popular usage:
- Synonyms: benzene
- A common ingredient in various consumer products such as detergents, plastics, and lubricants
- Example sentence: Make sure to read the labels carefully as some cleaning products may contain benzol.
2. Local usage:
- Synonyms: benzene
- A term commonly used by local industrial workers referring to benzene
- Example sentence: In the factory, they handle benzol with extreme caution due to its volatile nature.
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