Preferred Label : Hydrocarbon;
NCIt synonyms : Hydrocarbons;
NCIt definition : A group of organic compounds that consist of only hydrogen (H) and carbon (C) atoms
and are involved in energy production. They may be cyclic or non-cyclic compounds.
They may have double bonds, single bonds or both with carbon forming the backbone.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A substance made of only hydrogen and carbon. Examples of hydrocarbons
are coal, petroleum, natural gas and tar. They are used as energy sources. Being exposed
to hydrocarbons may increase the risk of certain types of cancer.;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:24632;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000661192;
Origin ID : C552;
UMLS CUI : C0020242;
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