Associations to the word «Nitrobenzene»

Wiktionary

NITROBENZENE, noun. (organic compound) A nitro derivative of benzene, C6H5NO2, prepared by reacting benzene with a mixture of nitric and sulphuric acids; any of a series of such compounds having two or more nitro groups

Dictionary definition

NITROBENZENE, noun. A poisonous oily water-soluble liquid used as a solvent and in the manufacture of aniline.

Wise words

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