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ethylenediamine

Pronunciation: /ˌɛθɪliːndʌɪˈeɪmiːn, -θ(ə)l-, -dʌɪˈam-, -ˈdʌɪəmiːn/

Definition of ethylenediamine

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry

a viscous liquid used in making detergents and emulsifying agents.
- Chemical formula: NH₂CH₂CH₂NH₂

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