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ethanoic

n. (context organic chemistry English) IUPAC nomenclature for CH3COO-

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Thus, iso-octane became 2,2,4-trimethylpentane, acetic acid --- common vinegar-was ethanoic acid, and ordinary glycerin, propane-1,2,3 triol.