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Dibenz a h acridine

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Dibenz a h acridine Definition

A aromatic hydrocarbon consisting of five fused rings formed during the incomplete burning of organic matter. Benz[a,h]acridine is primarily found in petroleum refinery incinerator emissions, coal combustion emissions, cigarette smoke and coal tar pitch. This substance is used only for research purposes. Benzo[a,h]acridine is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. (NCI05)

Dibenz a h acridine Synonyms

Dibenz[a,h]acridine, 1,2,5,6-Dibenzacridine, 1,2,5,6-Dinaphthacridine, 7-Azadibenz(a,h)anthracene, DB(a,h)AC, Dibenz(a,d)acridine

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