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ethyl ac·etate
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ethyl acetatenoun
a fragrant colorless flammable volatile liquid ester made from ethanol and acetic acid; used in flavorings and perfumes and as a solvent for plastics
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ethyl acetatenoun
The ethyl ester of acetic acid; CHCOOCHCH
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Ethyl acetate
Ethyl acetate (systematically ethyl ethanoate, commonly abbreviated EtOAc, ETAC or EA) is the organic compound with the formula CH3CO2CH2CH3, simplified to C4H8O2. This colorless liquid has a characteristic sweet smell (similar to pear drops) and is used in glues, nail polish removers, and in the decaffeination process of tea and coffee. Ethyl acetate is the ester of ethanol and acetic acid; it is manufactured on a large scale for use as a solvent.
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ethyl acetate
Ethyl acetate is an organic compound that is a colorless liquid with a sweet, fruity smell. It is most commonly used as a solvent, especially in coatings, adhesives, and nail polish removers. It is also found in wines and fruits as an ester. Its chemical formula is C4H8O2.
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Ethyl acetate
Ethyl acetate is the organic compound with the formula CH3COOCH2CH3. This colorless liquid has a characteristic sweet smell and is used in glues, nail polish removers, decaffeinating tea and coffee, and cigarettes. Ethyl acetate is the ester of ethanol and acetic acid; it is manufactured on a large scale for use as a solvent. The combined annual production in 1985 of Japan, North America, and Europe was about 400,000 tons. In 2004, an estimated 1.3M tons were produced worldwide.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of ethyl acetate in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of ethyl acetate in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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