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phenols

/ˈfiːnɒlz/ /ˈfiːnɔlz/

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noun

Phenole

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 :

""Some cleaning products contain phenols to kill germs and disinfect surfaces." "

Einige Reinigungsmittel enthalten Phenole, um Keime abzutöten und Oberflächen zu desinfizieren.

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noun

Phenole

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

Examples :

"Many cleaning products contain phenols because they can kill germs effectively. "

Viele Reinigungsmittel enthalten Phenole, da sie Keime effektiv abtöten können.

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