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As xylene is a solvent, I would have to say a constant exposure could cause cancer!

Most solvents are reported to be cancerous during long-term usage.

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Can a xylene based ink give you cancer?

Long-term exposure to xylene, a solvent found in some inks, has been linked to an increased risk of health issues, including cancer. However, the risk of developing cancer from xylene-based ink exposure on its own is generally considered low. It's always important to use proper safety precautions when handling any potentially harmful substances.


Which type of isomers are o-xylene m-xylene and p-xylene?

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Can you get cancer if you draw on your hand?

Most ink in ballpoint pens is nontoxic however bottled ink may contain carcinogenic solvents such as xylene. Permanent markers often contain industrial solvents such as n-butanol, cresol and diacetone alcohol which can cause damage to DNA, kidneys, liver and brain tissue if they come in contact with the skin and subsequently enter the bloodstream. So yes through extended contact with xylene based inks you could develop cancer.


Is xylene an element or compound?

Xylene is a compound. It is a mixture of three isomeric aromatic hydrocarbons: o-xylene, m-xylene, and p-xylene.


How many types of xylene are?

There are three main types of xylene: ortho-xylene (o-xylene), meta-xylene (m-xylene), and para-xylene (p-xylene). These are isomers of each other, meaning they have the same chemical formula but their atoms are arranged in different ways.


Does ethanol and xylene form azetrope?

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What is the formula of xylene?

Basic equation for xylene is C8H10.Xylene is di-methyl benzene and comes in three different forms (isomers) :1,2-dimethylbenzene also called orthoxylene sometime shortened to o-xylene1,3-dimethylbenzene also called metaxylene sometimes shortened to m-xyleneand1,4-dimethylbenzene also called paraxylene sometimes shortened to p-xylene


Which one is more polar o-xylene or p-xylene?

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Will xylene melt plastic?

Yes, xylene can melt certain types of plastic.


How do you convert 1liter of xylene into 1kg?

To convert 1 liter of xylene to 1 kg, you would need to know the density of xylene. Assuming the density is around 0.87 g/cm^3, 1 liter of xylene would weigh approximately 870 grams (0.87 kg). To reach 1 kg, you would need around 1.15 liters of xylene.


What is xylene?

Xylene is a colorless, combustible liquid with a characteristic sweet odor. It is commonly used as a solvent in the printing, rubber, and leather industries, as well as in laboratory and medical settings. Exposure to xylene can cause health effects such as irritation of the respiratory tract and central nervous system.