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What is Chrysene? Chrysene is an aromatic hydrocarbon in coal tar, alliedto naphthalene and anthracene. It is a white crystalline substance, C18H12, of strong blue fluorescence, but generally colored yellow by impurities. Chrysene appears as a crystalline solid. Read More
DDT, DDD, DDE
What is DDT, DDD, DDE? 1,1-Dichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl) ethylene (DDE) is a breakdown product of DDT, which was used in the past as an insecticide.Read More
Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene
What is Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene? Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene is a crystalline, carcinogenic aromatic hydrocarbon consisting of five fused benzene rings, produced by the incomplete combustion of organic matterRead More
Dichlorobenzene
What is Dichlorobenzene? Dichlorobenzene is a synthetic, white crystalline solid that is practically insoluble in water and soluble in ether, chloroform, carbon disulfide, benzene, alcohol and acetone.Read More
Dichlorodifluoromethane (Freon 12)
What is Dichlorodifluoromethane (Freon 12)? Dichlorodifluoromethane is a colorless gas usually sold under the brand name Freon-12, used as a refrigerant, foaming agent and aerosol spray propellant.Read More
Dichloroethane (DCA)
What is the DCA? The chemical compound dichloroethane, commonly known as ethylene dichloride, is a chlorinated hydrocarbon. It is a colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor.Read More
Dichloropropane
What is 1,2-Dichloropropane? 1,2-Dichloropropane is a colorless, flammable liquid with a chloroform-like odor. It is moderately soluble in water and readily evaporates into air. It does not occur naturally in the environment.Read More
Dichloropropene
What is 1,3-Dichloropropene? 1,3-Dichloropropene appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 95°F. Denser (at 10.2 lb / gal) than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air.Read More
Dieldrin
DNT
What is DNT? DNT is a nitro aromatic explosive that exists as six isomers: 2,4- and 2,6- DNT are the two major forms; 2,3-DNT, 2,5-DNT, 3,4-DNT and 3,5-DNT are minor isomers. Used as an intermediate in the production of ammunition, polyurethane polymers, dyes, plasticizers and automobile airbags.Read More
