2006-07-14 16:46:57 · 3 answers · asked by woman 2 in Local Businesses ➔ Singapore
Benzene, also known as C6H6, PhH, and benzol, is an organic chemical compound that is a colorless and flammable liquid with a sweet smell. It is a carcinogen. Benzene is no longer used as an additive in gasoline but it is an important industrial solvent and precursor in the production of drugs, plastics, synthetic rubber, and dyes. Benzene is a natural constituent of crude oil, but it is usually synthesized from other compounds present in petroleum. Benzene is an aromatic hydrocarbon, and the second [n]-annulene ([6]-annulene).
2006-07-14 16:50:01 · answer #1 · answered by BOPOHA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Benzene is an aromatic hydrocarbon that is produced by the burning of natural products found in gasoline and other fuels. Benzene is used in the manufacture of plastics and detergents
2006-07-14 23:55:45 · answer #2 · answered by # one 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
here u go:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benzene
Now give me my 10 points.
2006-07-14 23:48:29 · answer #3 · answered by knowbuddycares 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋