Carbon - ț̢
A nonmetallic element with atomic symbol C, atomic number 6, and atomic weight 12.011. It may occur as several different allotropes including DIAMOND; CHARCOAL; and GRAPHITE; and as SOOT from incompletely burned fuel.
Synonyms : Vitreous Carbon, Carbon, Vitreous
Carbon Compounds, Inorganic - ț̢
Inorganic compounds that contain carbon as an integral part of the molecule but are not derived from hydrocarbons.
Synonyms : Compounds, Inorganic Carbon
Carbon Dioxide - ț̢
A colorless, odorless gas that can be formed by the body and is necessary for the respiration cycle of plants and animals.
Synonyms : Anhydride, Carbonic, Dioxide, Carbon
Carbon Disulfide - ț̢
Carbon disulfide (CS2). A colorless, flammable, poisonous liquid, CS2. It is used as a solvent, and is a counterirritant and has local anesthetic properties but is not used as such. It is highly toxic with pronounced CNS, hematologic, and dermatologic effects.
Synonyms : Disulfide, Carbon
Carbon Isotopes - ț̢
Stable carbon atoms that have the same atomic number as the element carbon, but differ in atomic weight. C-13 is a stable carbon isotope.