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Definition of "ethylbenzene" [ethylbenzene]

  • The hydrocarbon C6H5-CH2CH3 that is used in the production of styrene (noun)

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Use "ethylbenzene" in a sentence
  • "My ethylbenzene levels are 2.5 times the NHANES 95th percentile, and there's a very good chance now that I won't get to see my grandbabies."
  • "Edward Markey, D-Mass., and Diana DeGette, D-Colo., said they hope to find more information on some of the chemicals used in the drilling process, including benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene and xylene."
  • "My ethylbenzene levels are 2.5 times the 95th percentile, and there’s a very good chance now that I won’t get to see my grandbabies…What I’m asking you to do now, if possible, is to amend your report."