butanoic acid

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English

Etymology

butane + -oic acid

Noun

butanoic acid (uncountable)

(organic chemistry) The chemical compound with the formula CH₃(CH₂)₂COOH, a short chain fatty acid; its glyceride is one of the principle components of the flavour of butter.

Synonyms

butyric acid

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