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lauryl alcohol
CH3(CH2)11OH A colorless solid which is obtained from coconut oil fatty acids, has a floral odor, and boils at 259_C; used in detergents, lubricating oils, and pharmaceuticals.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Chemistry
- Category: Organic chemistry
- Company: McGraw-Hill
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