ethylbenzene catabolic process
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of ethylbenzene (phenylethane), a benzene derivative with an ethyl group attached to the ring. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor used as a solvent and as a component of automotive and aviation fuels.
GO:0042537
benzene-containing compound metabolic process
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GO:0120253
hydrocarbon catabolic process
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ethylbenzene metabolic process
broad
ethylbenzene metabolism
broad