peracetic acid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The peroxy derivative of acetic acid CH₃-CO-OOH; it is a powerful oxidizing agent and disinfectant though can be explosive

Word forms

peracetic acid

Etymology

From per- + acetic acid.

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