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methyl tert-butyl ether
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methyl tert-butyl ethernoun
CHO ; an organic compound used to increase octane numbers of gasoline, through added oxygen, as an anti-knock additive
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Methyl tert-butyl ether
Methyl tert-butyl ether, also known as methyl tertiary butyl ether and MTBE, is an organic compound with molecular formula (CH3)3COCH3. MTBE is a volatile, flammable, and colorless liquid that is sparingly soluble in water. It has a minty odor vaguely reminiscent of diethyl ether, leading to unpleasant taste and odor in water. MTBE is a gasoline additive, used as an oxygenate to raise the octane number. Its use is controversial in the US and declining in use in part because of its occurrence in groundwater and legislation favoring ethanol. However, worldwide production of MTBE has been constant at about 18 million tons/y owing to growth in Asian markets which are less subject to ethanol subsidies.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of methyl tert-butyl ether in Chaldean Numerology is: 2
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of methyl tert-butyl ether in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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