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Vocabulary Entry
acetate
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A chemical compound derived from acetic acid, often used in chemistry and industry.
Example Sentences
"The laboratory had several samples of acetate for testing."
"Acetate sheets are commonly used for overhead projectors."
"The artist preferred to use acetate to create her transparent layers."
V
verb
To treat or convert into acetate.
Example Sentences
"The chemist decided to acetate the starting material for the experiment."
"They will acetate the solution to ensure a stable compound."
"In the process, they need to acetate the organic material carefully."