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Topic: Inventions

benzine

IPA: //ˈbɛn.ziːn//

KK: /ˈbɛnˌzin/

noun

Definition: A clear, colorless liquid made from petroleum that is flammable and often used as a solvent or fuel.

Example: The mechanic used benzine to clean the engine parts.

benzoic

IPA: /bɛnˈzoʊɪk/

KK: /bɛnˈzoʊɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or derived from benzoic acid, a compound often used in food preservation and as a chemical intermediate.

Example: The benzoic compound is commonly used in various food products to prevent spoilage.

benzoin

IPA: //ˈbɛn.zɔɪn//

KK: /ˈbɛn.zɔɪn/

noun

Definition: A sticky substance from certain trees that is used in perfumes and medicine. It can be white or yellowish and has a pleasant smell.

Example: The perfume contained benzoin, giving it a warm and sweet aroma.

benzol

IPA: /ˈbɛn.zəl/

KK: /ˈbɛn.zəl/

noun

Definition: A colorless liquid hydrocarbon that is derived from benzene and used in various chemical processes.

Example: Benzol is often used as a solvent in industrial applications.

benzophenone

IPA: //bɛnzoʊˈfɛn.oʊn//

KK: /bɛnzoʊˈfɛnən/

noun

Definition: A white crystalline substance used in perfumes and sunscreens, known for its ability to absorb UV light.

Example: The sunscreen contains benzophenone to protect the skin from harmful UV rays.

benzopyrene

IPA: //bɛnzoʊˈpaɪriːn//

KK: /bɛnzoʊˈpaɪrin/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that is yellow and crystalline, known to cause cancer and found in substances like coal tar and cigarette smoke.

Example: Benzopyrene is often studied for its harmful effects on human health due to its carcinogenic properties.

benzoquinone

IPA: //bɛnzoʊˈkwɪnoʊn//

KK: /bɛnzoʊˈkwɪnoʊn/

noun

Definition: A type of organic compound that is a derivative of quinone, characterized by a specific chemical structure and formula.

Example: Benzoquinone is often used in chemical reactions and as a reagent in laboratories.

benzoyl

IPA: //ˈbɛn.zɔɪl//

KK: /bɛnˈzoʊl/

noun

Definition: A chemical group that comes from benzoic acid, consisting of a benzene ring attached to a carbonyl group.

Example: Benzoyl peroxide is commonly used in acne treatment products.

benzyl

IPA: //ˈbɛn.zɪl//

KK: /bɛnˈzɪl/

noun

Definition: A chemical group that comes from toluene, consisting of a benzene ring attached to a -CH2- group.

Example: Benzyl alcohol is commonly used in the production of fragrances and flavorings.

benzylic

IPA: //ˈbɛn.zɪ.lɪk//

KK: /bɛnˈzɪlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing a specific chemical group known as benzyl, which is derived from benzene.

Example: The compound has a benzylic structure that makes it useful in organic synthesis.

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