benzene

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In addition to greenhouse gas reductions, the report looked at new regulations to reduce the release of toxic and carcinogenic emissions such as benzene, which is released from gas pumps and acrylonitrile, which is used to manufacture synthetic rubber.

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  1. noun A colorless, flammable, liquid aromatic hydrocarbon, C6H6, derived from petroleum and used in or to manufacture a wide variety of chemical products, including DDT, detergents, insecticides, and motor fuels. Also called benzine, benzol.

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  • Since its discovery in the 1820's benzene, a highly toxic chemical compound has been used for numerous commercial and industrial purposes. —  Find Free Articles - ArticlesBase
  • Higher ozone levels can lead to respiratory problems and asthma, while benzene is a known cancer-causing chemical, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
  • The Liberation of France says an oft-noticed smell emitted by Apple's Mac Pro desktop computers is caused by a combination of toxins, including benzene, which is known to cause leukemia. —  Gawker: Valleywag
  • Apparently benzene is a component of the smell, and this could be risky -- over time, sensitive people could develop leukemia. —  Communications and Technology Blog - Tehrani.com
  • The notable ingredients are styrene, benzene, and its derivatives. —  The Register
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