English Explanatory Dictionary

valeric acid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A short chain aliphatic carboxylic acid, CH₃(CH₂)₃COOH, obtained from the roots of valerian; used in perfume, flavourings, pharmaceuticals

Word forms

valeric acid

Synonyms

pentanoic acid pentoic acid valerianic acid viburnic acid

Related words

valerate
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