About The Word Lactone
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Lactone
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What's The Definition Of Lactone?Synonyms | Synonyms for Lactone: Related Terms | Find terms related to Lactone: See Also | Lactone In Webster's Dictionary \Lac"tone\, n. (Chem.)
One of a series of organic compounds, regarded as anhydrides
of certain hydroxy acids. In general, they are colorless
liquids, having a weak aromatic odor. They are so called
because the typical lactone is derived from lactic acid.
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