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Benzene is a proven carcinogen. It is thus a cancer hazard. In addition it is flammable and burns with a smoky flame.

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Why is benzene on the substance priority list (spl)?

It is supposed that benzene has a carcinogenic effect.


Why does hydrogenation have no effect on benzene?

If you could add a pair of hydrogen ions to any double bond of the benzene ring it would not be benzene anymore, on the one hand.


Can benzene be stored in a container of any size?

Benzene should be stored in a container that is suitable for its volume and properties. It is a hazardous chemical that requires proper containment to prevent leaks and exposure. Containers should be specifically designed and labeled for storing benzene.


Why is benzene in the human body?

Benzene is an organic chemical compound. Benzene is a colorless and flammable liquid with a sweet smell and a relatively high melting point. It is carcinogenic and its use as additive in gasoline is now limited, but it is an important industrial solvent and precursor in the production of drugs, plastics, synthetic rubber, and dyes.Outdoor air contains low levels of benzene from tobacco smoke, gas stations, motor vehicle exhaust, and industrial emissions. Indoor air generally contains levels of benzene higher than those in outdoor air. The benzene in indoor air comes from products that contain benzene such as glues, paints, furniture wax, and detergents. The air around hazardous waste sites or gas stations can contain higher levels of benzene than in other areas.Benzene leaks from underground storage tanks or from hazardous waste sites containing benzene can contaminate well water. People working in industries that make or use benzene may be exposed to the highest levels of it.A major source of benzene exposure is tobacco smoke.


What effect occurs at the point of contact with a hazardous substance?

EXPOSURE


What is the effect of t and p on solubility of methane in benzene?

Rising T and/or lowering p will decrease solubility


Can benzene be used for stain removal on hotel laundry?

No, benzene is a hazardous chemical that should not be used for stain removal on hotel laundry. It is a known carcinogen and poses serious health risks to individuals exposed to it. It is important to use safe and approved stain removal methods in commercial laundry facilities.


How can bezene be used to dissolve thermocole?

Benzene can dissolve polystyrene, the main component of thermocol, due to its non-polar nature that helps break the intermolecular forces holding polystyrene together. However, it is important to note that benzene is a hazardous chemical with health risks, and alternative solvents should be considered for safety reasons.


What are some examples of hazardous chemicals?

Examples: sodium cyanide, phosgene, hydrogen fluoride, mercuric chloride, arsenic oxide, etc


What effect does a chromophore have on benzene?

It might be that benzene, a non-polar hydrocarbon solvent, will have an effect on a chromophore. A chromophore is, generally speaking, the portion of a molecule that affects the way it absorbs and reflects light, thereby giving it color. Benzne, C6H6, might react with the chromophore to alter it and change the color of a substance, but the substance would have to be specified before any attempt was made to predict the affects of benzene on its color.


When did hazardous waste legislation first start to go into effect?

Hazardous waste legislation began to take effect in the United States in the 1970s, with the passage of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) in 1976. This legislation aimed to regulate the management of hazardous waste from generation to disposal to protect human health and the environment.


What are pros and cons of using benzene?

The pros of benzene is apple and the cons of benzene is banana.