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ben·zene
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benzene ring
the hexagonal ring of bonded carbon atoms in the benzene molecule or its derivatives -
benzene series
a series of aromatic hydrocarbons derived from benzene by replacing one or more of the hydrogen atoms with one or more methyl groups. The first three members are benzene, toluene, and xylene. -
benzenoid
similar to benzene -
chlorobenzene
a colourless volatile flammable insoluble liquid with an almond-like odour, made from chlorine and benzene and used as a solvent and in the preparation of many organic compounds, esp phenol and DDT. Formula: C6H5Cl -
dichlorobenzene
any of a group of three insoluble isomeric chemical compounds used in solvents, insecticides, and dyes -
dinitrobenzene
any of three isomeric benzene derivatives having the formula C 6 H 4 NO 2 , made by nitration of benzene or nitrobenzene, the most important of which is the meta form: used chiefly in the manufacture of dyes.