______ is a naturally occurring organic compound with the formula (C₆H₅)₂CO.

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The correct answer is Benzophenone.Key Points

The organic compound with the formula (C₆H₅)₂CO is Benzophenone.
It consists of two phenyl groups attached to a carbonyl.
Physical Properties: Benzophenone is a white, crystalline solid and is slightly soluble in water but can dissolve in many organic solvents.
Uses:
- Benzophenone is predominantly used in industrial applications.
- It is a common intermediate in the synthesis of many organic compounds in the chemical industry.
- It finds uses in the production of dyes, perfumes, and pharmaceuticals.
- Notably, benzophenone and its derivatives are commonly used as photoinitiators, substances that promote reactions upon exposure to light.
- They are thus useful in UV-curing applications such as inks, imaging, and clear coatings on surfaces.
Safety and Environmental Impact: Benzophenone can potentially cause skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation. On the environmental side, it's not easily biodegradable and might have impacts on aquatic life.

Additional Information

Compound	Chemical Formula	Structure and Properties
Methcathinone	C₁₀H₁₃NO	Methcathinone, also known as ephedrone, is a psychoactive drug classified as a stimulant. It's often synthesized from ephedrine or pseudoephedrine and has similar effects to amphetamines, albeit with a shorter duration. It is important in the study of substance abuse as it is a recreational drug.
Propiophenone	C₉H₁₀O	Propiophenone is a simple ketone featuring an aromatic ring structure. It's an aromatic compound and falls under the aryl ketone functional group classification. It is the simplest representative of homogeneous aryl ketones. Propiophenone is used as a tool in the realm of organic chemistry, particularly in the production of other compounds.
Acetophenone	C₈H₈O	Acetophenone is the simplest form of aromatic ketone, where the carbonyl group is conjugated to an aromatic ring. It has a sweetish taste and found in many types of fruit as well as in certain essential oils. Aside from its applications in perfumery and flavor industry, it is also used as a solvent and a starting material for numerous organic syntheses.