Benz(a)anthracene
Introduction '''Benz''a''anthracene''' or '''benzo''a''anthracene''' is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C18H12.It is produced during incomplete combustion of organic matter.Benz''a''anthracene is one of carcinogenic constituents of tobacco smoke.
See also * Tetracene, also known as benz''b''anthracene
References
External links *  Toxic Substances Portal - Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons A resource summarizing many toxicological aspects of benzanthracene and other polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.