Benzo
'k''luoranthene is an
organic compound
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with the
chemical formula
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C
20H
12. Classified as a
polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon
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(PAH), it forms pale yellow needles or crystals, and is poorly soluble in most solvents.
Impure samples can appear off white. Closely related isomeric compounds include
benzo(a)fluoranthene,
benzo(b)fluoranthene,
benzo(e)fluoranthene, and
benzo(j)fluoranthene.
References
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
IARC Group 2B carcinogens
PBT substances
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