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butyric acid
noun
Chemistry.
- either of two isomeric acids having the formula C 4 H 8 O 2 , especially a rancid liquid occurring chiefly in spoiled butter, whose esters are used as flavorings.
butyric acid
/ ːˈɪɪ /
noun
- a carboxylic acid existing in two isomeric forms, one of which produces the smell in rancid butter. Its esters are used in flavouring. Formula: C 3 (CH 2 ) 2 COOH
butyric acid
/ ̅̅-î′ĭ /
- Either of two colorless fatty acids found in butter and certain plant oils. It has an unpleasant odor and is used in emulsifying agents, disinfectants and drugs. Chemical formula: C 4 H 8 O 2 .
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yvlog History and Origins
Origin of butyric acid1
First recorded in 1820–30
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yvlog History and Origins
Origin of butyric acid1
C19 butyric , from Latin ūٲܳ butter
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