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Dibenzo a i pyrene

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Dibenzo a i pyrene Definition

An aromatic hydrocarbon that consists of six fused rings and is produced by the incomplete combustion of organic matter. Dibenzo[a,i]pyrene is primarily found in gasoline exhaust, tobacco smoke and coal tar. Dibenzo[a,i]pyrene is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. (NCI05)

Dibenzo a i pyrene Synonyms

Dibenzo[a,i]pyrene, 1,2,7,8-Dibenzopyrene, 3,4,9,10-Dibenzpyrene, Benzo(rst)pentaphene, DB(a,i)P

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