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Benzene

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003888

A volatile organic compound (VOC) with the chemical formula C6H6, consisting of a six-carbon ring structure. It is a common atmospheric pollutant emitted from vehicle exhaust, industrial processes, and evaporation of gasoline. Benzene is a known carcinogen and contributes to the formation of ground-level ozone and secondary organic aerosols in the atmosphere.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-003888
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003888",
  "term": "Benzene",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A volatile organic compound (VOC) with the chemical formula C6H6, consisting of a six-carbon ring structure. It is a common atmospheric pollutant emitted from vehicle exhaust, industrial processes, and evaporation of gasoline. Benzene is a known carcinogen and contributes to the formation of ground-level ozone and secondary organic aerosols in the atmosphere.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/benzene/"
}

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