vinylbenzene (Meaning)
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vinylbenzene (n)
a colorless oily liquid; the monomer for polystyrene
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vinylbenzene Sentence Examples
- Vinylbenzene, also known as styrene, is a colorless, flammable liquid.
- The chemical structure of vinylbenzene consists of a benzene ring with a vinyl group attached.
- Vinylbenzene is a key intermediate in the production of polystyrene plastic.
- It is also used to manufacture coatings, adhesives, and synthetic rubber.
- Vinylbenzene is a volatile organic compound (VOC) and can contribute to air pollution.
- Exposure to vinylbenzene can cause respiratory irritation, skin sensitization, and neurological effects.
- The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified vinylbenzene as a Group 2B carcinogen (possibly carcinogenic to humans).
- The permissible exposure limit (PEL) for vinylbenzene in the workplace is 10 parts per million (ppm).
- Vinylbenzene is regulated under the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act in the United States.
- Vinylbenzene emissions can be reduced by using enclosed processes, capturing vapors, and using pollution control devices.
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a colorless oily liquid; the monomer for polystyrene
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Vinylbenzene, also known as styrene, is a colorless, flammable liquid.
The chemical structure of vinylbenzene consists of a benzene ring with a vinyl group attached.
Vinylbenzene is a key intermediate in the production of polystyrene plastic.
It is also used to manufacture coatings, adhesives, and synthetic rubber.
