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benzophenone

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ben·zo·phe·none  (bnz-f-nn, -fnn)
n.
A white crystalline compound, C6H5COC6H6, used in perfumery and in medicine. Also called diphenylketone.
benzophenone [ˌbɛnzəʊfɪˈnəʊn]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a white sweet-smelling crystalline solid used mainly in the manufacture of organic compounds and in perfume. Formula: C6H5COC6H5 Also called diphenylketone
benzophenone  (bnz-f-nn, -fnn)
A white crystalline compound used in perfumes to prevent evaporation and in the manufacture of insecticides. Benzophenone is a ketone. Chemical formula: C13H10O.
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