benzene

Definition / meaning of benzene

A chemical that is used widely by the chemical industry, and is also found in tobacco smoke, vehicle emissions, and gasoline fumes. Exposure to benzene may increase the risk of developing leukemia.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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