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|Meaning=Strictly speaking, organic molecules consisting of just [[carbon]] and [[hydrogen]]; often loosely applied also to derivatives of hydrocarbons containing [[oxygen]], [[halogens]], etc. | |||
|Explanation=The atmospheric burden of hydrocarbons is provided from both natural and [[anthropogenic emissions|anthropogenic emissions]]. | |||
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Latest revision as of 02:58, 31 March 2024
Strictly speaking, organic molecules consisting of just carbon and hydrogen; often loosely applied also to derivatives of hydrocarbons containing oxygen, halogens, etc.
The atmospheric burden of hydrocarbons is provided from both natural and anthropogenic emissions.