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phenol

phe·nol [ f nàwl ] (plural phe·nols)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. poisonous caustic compound: a poisonous caustic crystalline compound. Source: coal, wood tar, benzene. Use: manufacture of resins, dyes, and pharmaceuticals, antiseptic, disinfectant. C6H5OH

2. compound based on benzene ring: a chemical compound that has one or more hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring

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