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Vocabulary Term Details

Carbon

Definition (http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept?cp=1160&langcode=en&ns=1)

A nonmetallic element existing in the three crystalline forms: graphite, diamond and buckminsterfullerene: occurring in carbon dioxide, coal, oil and all organic compounds. (Gemet)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Nonmetals
Organic carbon
Inorganic carbon
N/A

This term is used for the following terms: 
C (element)

Approved Date
19-Oct-2012

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