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Understanding Benzene: Properties, Uses, and Health Effects
Chemical and Physical Properties of Benzene Benzene is a colorless and highly flammable organic compound that has a distinct sweet odor. It is a cyclic hydrocarbon with a molecular formula of C6H6, consisting of six carbon atoms and six hydrogen atoms arranged in a hexagonal ring structure. Benzene has a boiling point of 80.1°C and a melting point of 5.5°C,…
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Understanding PFAS: What They Are and Why They Matter
The Science Behind PFAS PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in a variety of industrial and consumer products since the 1950s. These chemicals are highly resistant to degradation and can persist in the environment for decades, leading to widespread contamination of soil, water, and air. PFAS are composed of a…
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