aliphatic
/ˌælɪˈfætɪk/
adjective
- Relating to organic compounds in which carbon atoms form open chains, not aromatic rings.
- Aliphatic compounds like methane and ethane are common in natural gas.
- The chemist explained the difference between aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons.
- Many aliphatic solvents are used in industrial cleaning products.
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