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acetaldehyde

Pronunciation: /ˌasɪtˈaldɪhʌɪd/
Definition of acetaldehyde

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a colourless volatile liquid aldehyde obtained by oxidizing ethanol.
    • Alternative name: ethanal; chemical formula: CH3CHO

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