Benzine
[benzi:n]
Definition
(n.) A liquid consisting mainly of the lighter and more volatile hydrocarbons of petroleum or kerosene oil, used as a solvent and for cleansing soiled fabrics; -- called also petroleum spirit, petroleum benzine. Varieties or similar products are gasoline, naphtha, rhigolene, ligroin, etc.
(n.) Same as Benzene.
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Examples
- Among the more familiar products of coal tar or petroleum are moth balls, carbolic acid, benzine, vaseline, and paraffine. Edward W. Byrn. The Progress of Invention in the Nineteenth Century.
- The mixture should be preserved in bottles with glass stoppers, as the benzine is very volatile. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- If the grease is not absorbed while in solution, it remains in the clothing and after the evaporation of the benzine reappears in full force. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- For example, grease spots on carpet and non-washable dress goods are best removed by the application of gasoline or benzine. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- Great care must be observed when ether and benzine are used. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Clean the roller and glass with benzine after using. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- It has both a benzine motor and an electric motor, which can be worked separately or together, and yet is said to be lighter than most electric carriages. Edward W. Byrn. The Progress of Invention in the Nineteenth Century.
- This is best done either with zinc or with a solution of caoutchouc in benzine. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
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