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CAS 203-12-3

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Benzo[ghi]fluoranthene

Description:
Benzo[ghi]fluoranthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) characterized by its complex fused ring structure, which consists of five fused benzene rings. It is a colorless to pale yellow solid at room temperature and is known for its hydrophobic nature, making it poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. This compound is primarily formed through the incomplete combustion of organic materials, such as fossil fuels and biomass. Benzo[ghi]fluoranthene is of environmental concern due to its potential carcinogenic properties, as it can be found in various environmental matrices, including air, soil, and sediments. Its persistence in the environment and bioaccumulation in living organisms raise significant health and ecological risks. In terms of chemical behavior, it can undergo various reactions typical of PAHs, including oxidation and photodegradation. Due to its toxicological implications, it is monitored in environmental studies and regulated in many jurisdictions to mitigate exposure risks.
Formula:C18H10
InChI:InChI=1S/C18H10/c1-3-11-7-9-13-10-8-12-4-2-6-15-14(5-1)16(11)18(13)17(12)15/h1-10H
InChI key:InChIKey=YEIHPPOCKIHUQJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C12=C3C=4C=5C1=C(C=CC2=CC=C3C=CC4)C=CC5
Synonyms:
  • 2,13-Benzofluoranthene
  • 7,10-Benzofluoranthene
  • Benzo[ghi]fluoranthene
  • Benzo[mno]fluoranthene
  • NSC 89272
  • benzofluoranthene(non-specificname)
  • Benzo[ghi]fluoranthene (purity)
  • b(ghi)f
  • benz(m,n,o)fluoranthene
  • 1,12-Benzfluoranthene - as a 200ug/mL concentration in toluene
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