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Ethyl

noun

The univalent hydrocarbon radical C2H5 derived from ethane by the removal of one hydrogen atom. Synonyms: ethyl group, ethyl radical.

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... contains. So efforts are now being made to get more out of the kelp than the potash. Instead of burning the seaweed it is fermented in vats producing acetic acid (vinegar). From the resulting liquid can be obtained lime acetate, potassium chloride, potassium iodide, acetone, ethyl acetate (used as a solvent for guncotton) ...

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Words linked to "Ethyl" : alkyl group, ethyl ether, alkyl radical, alkyl