Term Name: ethylbenzene catabolic process
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

Relationships
is a type of: benzene-containing compound metabolic process hydrocarbon catabolic process
has subtype: anaerobic ethylbenzene catabolic process