ethanal
/ˈɛθəˌnæl/
noun
- A colorless, flammable liquid with a strong smell, used in making chemicals and as a preservative. Also called acetaldehyde.
- The lab stored ethanal in a sealed container because it evaporates quickly.
- Ethanal is used in the production of certain plastics and perfumes.
- When you open a bottle of wine, a small amount of ethanal forms as the alcohol reacts with oxygen.
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