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Abietin
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What's The Definition Of Abietin?Synonyms | Synonyms for Abietin: Related Terms | Find terms related to Abietin: See Also | Abietin In Webster's Dictionary \Ab"i*e*tin\, Abietine \Ab"i*e*tine\, n. [See
{Abietene}.] (Chem.)
A resinous obtained from Strasburg turpentine or Canada
balsam. It is without taste or smell, is insoluble in water,
but soluble in alcohol (especially at the boiling point), in
strong acetic acid, and in ether. --Watts.
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