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benzo

benzo

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A word part showing a chemical has a benzene ring
  • noun
  • /ˈbɛnzoʊ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : benzo
  • All PAH was assumed to be benzo(a)pyrene.

Examples

  • By contrast, other investigators found that benzo(a)pyrene and benzene did not contribute to observed effects on the immune systems of humans (Hadnagy, Stiller-Winkler, & Idel, 1996).

    Academic text (2006)
  • For carcinogenic effects, it was assumed that all PAH was benzo(a)pyrene (BAP), the most carcinogenic substance found in crude oil.

    Academic text (1994)
  • I don't need any metro rolling in my Lexus or maybe my Benzo.

    Blog text (12)
  • I can see why they want the perfume, considering we've got lard and benzo in, both of which don't smell very nice.

  • More specifically, she focuses on Benzo(a)pyrene, which is found in a lot of charred meat (think BBQ and burnt toast) and how it contributes to the rise of colon cancer.

    Blog text (23)
  • In chemistry, benzoic acid is widely used as a food preservative due to its ability to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria.

  • Benzo(a)pyrene is a hazardous compound that can be found in products like cigarette smoke and charred food.

  • Researchers identified that high levels of benzo-phenone in sunscreens may have adverse effects on human health.

Surface Forms

benzo singular
benzos plural

Etymology

Benzo comes from the chemical name benzene, which was named after the fragrant resin benzoin, a word that once meant 'Javanese frankincense'. So benzo as a prefix tells you a compound comes from or contains a benzene 'ring'.