Term Name: | ethylbenzene catabolic process |
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Synonyms: | ethylbenzene metabolic process, ethylbenzene metabolism |
Definition: | The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of ethylbenzene (phenylethane), a benzene derivative with an ethyl group attached to the ring. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor used as a solvent and as a component of automotive and aviation fuels. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0018915] QuickGO AmiGO |