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The acid most commonly associated with vinegar. Acetic acid is a two-carbon carboxylic acid. Its formula is: CH3COOH. It is the most commercially important organic acid and is used in the manufacture of a broad range of chemical products, such as plastics and insecticides.
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An acid found in vinegar. Acetic acid is also used to dissolve substances needed to make some medicines and other products, such as plastics.
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An organic acid used in oil- and gas-well stimulation treatments. Less corrosive than the commonly used hydrochloric acid, acetic acid treatments can be more easily inhibited or retarded for treatment [..]
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A simple organic acid that gives vinegar its characteristic odor and flavor. Glacial acetic acid is pure acetic acid.
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Chemically described as CH3COOH. In the veterinary context, acetic acid is used in the fermentation of lactic acid and a necessary component of taste in certain dairy products.
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All wines contain acetic acid, or vinegar, but usually the amount is quite small—from 0.03 percent to 0.06 percent—and not perceptible to smell or taste. Once table wines reach 0.07 percent or above, [..]
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Second of the series of organic (carboxylic) acids, formula CH3COOH, systematic name ethanoic acid. Acetic acid is thought to be formed in the atmosphere from the oxidation of acetaldehyde, although t [..]
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Wine or cider that fermented beyond the stage of alcohol. In a diluted form acetic acid is vinegar. Acetic acid is also used in preserving fruits to keep them from discoloring.
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Acetic acid is formed when common airborne bacteria interact with the alcohol present in fermented solutions such as wine, beer or cider. Acetic acid is the constituent that makes vinegar sour. T
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Formed when airborne bacteria interacts with fermented products (beer, wine, etc.). It is what makes vinegar sour to the taste.
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chemical used for stop baths and to acidify acid fixing solution.
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The chemical that gives vinegar its sharp taste and odor. It is considered safe.
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Product of the oxidation of Ethanol and of the destructive Distillation of Wood. It is used locally, occasionally internally, as a counterirritant and also as a reagent. (Stedman, 26th ed)
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Product of the oxidation of ethanol and of the destructive distillation of wood. It is used locally, occasionally internally, as a counterirritant and also as a reagent. (Stedman, 26th ed)
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wine or cider, fermented beyond the stage of alcohol. In diluted form, it is vinegar. Also, acetic acid is used in preserving fruits to keep flesh from discoloring, and in freezing.
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wine or cider, fermented beyond the stage of alcohol. In diluted form, it is vinegar. Also, acetic acid is used in preserving fruits to keep flesh from discoloring, and in freezing.
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Acetic Acid: A food additive used as a pickling and Curing agent, flavoring agent, pH control agent and vehicle in processed foods such as Salad Dressings and prepared Sauces; also known as ethanoic a [..]
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An acid found in vinegar. Acetic acid is also used to dissolve substances needed to make some medicines and other products, such as plastics.
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The acid that is present in vinegar. It has a strong ability to prevent growth of yeasts and so should ideally be present in silages at a reasonable level to prevent heating and spoilage. It can be produced in silage in a number of ways, mainly by lactic acid bacteria. Acetic acid can be an indicator of a slow, inefficient fermentation driven by he [..]
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Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP is a solution of acetic acid (2%), in a propylene glycol vehicle containing propylene glycol diacetate (3%), benzethonium chloride (0.02%), sodium acetate (0.015%), and [..]
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Brand Names: Acetasol Generic Name: acetic acid (otic) (Pronunciation: a SEET ik AS id) What is acetic acid (Acetic Acid)? What are the possible side effects of acetic acid (Acetic Acid)? What is the [..]
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C2H4O2, a carbonyl compound that is emitted into the troposphere by both natural and anthropogenic processes. In the troposphere, acetic acid is present in the gas phase and is highly water soluble. S [..]
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<chemical> The acid most commonly associated with vinegar, it is the most commercially important organic acid and is used to manufacture a wide range of chemical products, such as plastics and Acetobacter but, except for making vinegar, is usually made through synthetic processes. Derivatives of acetic acid which may be formed by substitution [..]
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The acid found in vinegar, often used as a reagent: also used in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, and in industry.
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Acetic acid is a key organic intermediate used in the preparation of metal acetates, used in some printing processes; vinyl acetate; acetic anhydride, and volatile organic esters, such as ethyl and butyl acetates
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This acid is present in vinegar and is sometimes used to remove oil from the skin.
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Colourless acid that occurs naturally in vinegars and different fruits. It is used as solvent for oils, fats, and gums and as bleaching agent in lotions and hair dyes. It is sometimes used to remove oil from the skin
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