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amyl ether
1. Either of two isomeric compounds, n-amyl ether or isoamyl ether; both may be represented by the formula (C5H11)2O. 2. A mixture mainly of isoamyl ether and n-amyl ether formed in preparation of amyl alcohols from amyl chloride; very slightly soluble in water; used mainly as a solvent.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Chemistry
- Category: Organic chemistry
- Company: McGraw-Hill
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