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alkylbenzene

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Noun1.alkylbenzene - organic compound that has an alkyl group bound to a benzene ring
organic compound - any compound of carbon and another element or a radical
methylbenzene, toluene - a colorless flammable liquid obtained from petroleum or coal tar; used as a solvent for gums and lacquers and in high-octane fuels
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(1995) published an article in which they specifically suggested that the by products of alkylbenzene metabolism could be useful as indicators of in situ bioremediation.
Metabolic biomarkers for monitoring in situ anaerobic hydrocarbon ... by Phelps, Craig D. / Environmental Health Perspectives
Methyl ester sulfonate (MES) exhibits properties similar to linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS), and is proving to be a fine replacement in a variety of formulations.
Oleochemicals-based Products to Give a Fillip to the Consolidating ... by Business Wire
(2001) used a form of the Andrews equation (often used to describe microbial growth with inhibition) to model the effect of cadmium, zinc, and nickel on rates of alkylbenzene biodegradation
Impact of metals on the biodegradation of organic pollutants by Maier, Raina M. / Environmental Health Perspectives
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