acetaldehyde
IPA: ˈæsʌtˈæɫdʌhaɪd
noun
- (organic chemistry) An organic compound, (CH₃CHO). Sometimes called ethanal or acetic aldehyde. See aldehyde.
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Examples of "acetaldehyde" in Sentences
- Ethylene oxide is isomeric with acetaldehyde.
- The result is the accumulation of acetaldehyde.
- The copolyesters have low acetaldehyde content.
- Acetaldehyde is a probable carcinogen in humans.
- Add a few drops of acetaldehyde and warm gently.
- CH3CHO is the molecular formula for acetaldehyde.
- Acetaldehyde is a significant constituent of tobacco smoke.
- Paraldehyde is the cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde molecules.
- An example is acetaldehyde produced in the combustion of ethanol.
- Ethanol is metabolized into acetaldehyde and then into acetic acid.
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