Question

what is coal tar what are its uses.

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Answer 1

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Coal tar is a thick dark liquid which is a by-product of the production of coke and coal gas from coal. It has both medical and industrial uses. Medicinally it is a topical medication applied to skin to treat psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff). Coal tar is widely used to manufacture paints, perfumes, synthetic dyes, photographic material, drugs and explosives.

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Answer 2

Answer:Uses:

Coal tar is widely used to manufacture paints, perfumes, synthetic dyes, photographic material, drugs and explosives.

It can be utilized to make insecticides and pesticides. Naphthalene balls that are commonly used to keep moths away are made from tar.

Coal tar is an ingredient of anti-dandruff and lice-repelling shampoos, soaps and ointments.

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