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# Benzene

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Benzene, also known as benzol, is an organic chemical compound with the formula C6H6. It is a colorless and flammable liquid with a sweet smell and a high melting point. It is shaped in a six-member ring form. Benzene is carcinogenic, which means it can cause cancer. It has many real-world uses. It can be used as an additive in gasoline, plastics, synthetic rubber, dyes and it is an industrial solvent, which means it can dissolve many other chemical molecules. Benzene is also a natural part of crude oil.

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