Acenaphthylene

C2 16+
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  • Acenaphthylene Meanings

    noun a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon compound used in research and industrial applications

    Fields related to acenaphthylene

    Environmental Science

    Acenaphthylene is a common pollutant found in air, water, and soil due to its presence in coal tar and combustion products.

    Material Science

    Acenaphthylene can be used as a precursor for the synthesis of carbon nanotubes and graphene.

    Chemistry

    Acenaphthylene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon used as a starting material in organic synthesis.

    Pharmaceuticals

    Acenaphthylene derivatives are being investigated for potential pharmaceutical applications.

    Toxicology

    Acenaphthylene is studied for its potential carcinogenic and mutagenic properties.

    Occupation Usage of acenaphthylene

    Chemist

    Acenaphthylene is used by chemists as a starting material in the synthesis of various organic compounds.

    Environmental Scientist

    Acenaphthylene is used by environmental scientists as a marker for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in environmental samples.

    Pharmacist

    Acenaphthylene may be used by pharmacists in research related to drug development and synthesis.

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