OBO ID: CHEBI:17097
Term Name: biphenyl Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • 1,1'-Biphenyl
  • 1,1'-Diphenyl
  • biphenyl
  • E230
  • Phenylbenzene
Definition: A benzenoid aromatic compound that consists of two benzene rings connected by a single covalent bond. Biphenyl occurs naturally in coal tar, crude oil, and natural gas. Formerly used as a fungicide for citrus crops.
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Ontology: ChEBI  ( EBI )
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