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Empirical formula: C12H8Cl2
a: 23.913 Å
b: 13.469 Å
c: 6.637 Å
α (alpha): 90.00 °
β (beta): 90.00 °
γ (gamma): 90.00 °
Volume: 2137.67 Å3
Space group: Fdd2
Calculated density: 1.386 g/cm3
Z: 8
Formula weight: 223.101 g/mole
R(F): 0.0350
Common name: 2,2'-Dichloro-biphenyl
Trade name: PCB
Short description: Dichlorobiphenyl is a PCB which was found to be an industrial pollutant.
Keyword: PCB
Keyword: pollutant
Keyword: toxin
CSD refcode: DCLBIP
CAS registry number: 13029-08-8
Citation of a publication: Reference: Acta Chem.Scand.Ser.A, 28, 507,1974 Authors: C. Romming, H.M. Seip. I.-M.A. Oymo
Layman's explanation: PCBs were used as heat transfer and cooling units for electrical equipment. They have also been used in a number of products like rubber, paints, plastics, and insecticides. If the equipment leaks the PCB is put into the environment and will be found in animal tissue, causing brain damage. The chemical is very dangerous in water and is only stable in water for about 24 hours. This chemical is toxic and should not be inhaled, swallowed or touched. If this does occur, seek medical attention. Many countries have more control over the substance now that there are results of the environmental effects.
Lab name: Common molecules
Sample provider: Contributed by Indiana University
Status: Complete, visible to public
Repository Files:
50027.crt 50027.GIF 50027.pdb 50027.sdt 50027.tab

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