If you can smell the sweet smell of benzene it means that
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Apple is investigating a complaint that its pre-2008 Mac Pros emit fumes from the chemical benzene. One user told Apple that he noticed a strong smell when he unpacked his Mac last year, and that 10 days later, he developed nose and throat irritation, reports the French newspaper Liberation. (A clunky English translation of the report can be found here.) Rights & Permissions ABOUT THE AUTHOR(S)Recent Articles by Jordan Lite
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Does benzene have a sweet smell?Benzene is a colorless liquid with a sweet odor. It evaporates into the air very quickly and dissolves slightly in water. It is highly flammable and is formed from both natural processes and human activities.
What poison has a sweet smell?Benzene is a clear, liquid, petroleum-based chemical that has a sweet smell. Benzene poisoning occurs when someone swallows, breathes in, or touches benzene. It is a member of a class of compounds known as hydrocarbons.
What are three symptoms of benzene?Signs of Benzene Exposure. Vomiting.. Dizziness.. Convulsions.. Pain in the abdomen.. Irritation of the stomach.. Death.. |