Definition of "toluene" [tol•u•ene]

• A colorless flammable liquid, CH3C6H5, obtained from coal tar or petroleum and used in aviation fuel and other high-octane fuels, in dyestuffs, explosives, and as a solvent for gums and lacquers. Also called methylbenzene. (noun)

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• "Avoid products with toluene, which is the most toxic chemical found in nail polish."
• "According to Häussermann, it is more advantageous to start with the ortho-para-di-nitro-toluene, which is prepared by allowing"
• "Toluene dioxygenase 1.14.12.11 1 Nomenclature EC number 1.14.12.11 Systematic name toluene, NADH: oxygen oxidoreductase (1,2-hydroxylating) Recommended name toluene dioxygenase Synonyms ISPTOL"