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ˈkæp rɪkcapric acid
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capric acid, decanoic acidnoun
a fatty acid found in animal oils and fats; has an unpleasant smell resembling goats
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capric acidnoun
A fatty acid, CH(CH)COOH, obtained from animal fats, and used in the manufacture of perfumes and flavours.
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Capric acid
Capric acid, also known as decanoic acid or decylic acid, is a saturated fatty acid, medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA), and carboxylic acid. Its formula is CH3(CH2)8COOH. Salts and esters of decanoic acid are called caprates or decanoates. The term capric acid is derived from the Latin "caper / capra" (goat) because the sweaty, unpleasant smell of the compound is reminiscent of goats.
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capric acid
Capric acid, also known as decanoic acid, is a saturated fatty acid with a 10-carbon chain. It's found naturally in various plant and animal sources including coconut oil and palm kernel oil. It is used in the manufacture of esters for perfumes and fruit flavors and as a food additive. Its name comes from the Latin "capric" meaning "goat-like" due to its strong, unpleasant smell similar to that of goats.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of capric acid in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of capric acid in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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