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phenol

/ˈfiːnɒl/ /ˈfinɑl/

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noun

Phenol, Karbolsäure

A caustic, poisonous, white crystalline compound, C6H5OH, derived from benzene and used in resins, plastics, and pharmaceuticals and in dilute form as a disinfectant and antiseptic; once called carbolic acid.

Examples :

"The lab technician carefully handled the phenol, knowing it was a dangerous chemical. "

Der Labortechniker handhabte das Phenol vorsichtig, da er wusste, dass es sich um eine gefährliche Chemikalie handelte.

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noun

Phenol, Karbolsäure

Any of a class of aromatic organic compounds having at least one hydroxyl group attached directly to the benzene ring.

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "Some disinfectants contain phenol to kill bacteria." "

Einige Desinfektionsmittel enthalten Phenol, um Bakterien abzutöten.

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