butyric acid

Noun

Meaning

an unpleasant smelling fatty acid found especially in butter

Source: WordNet

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Most common are acetic acid (vinegar) and butyric acid ( human vomit ). Source: Internet

For example, butyric acid (C 3 H 7 CO 2 H) is, according to IUPAC guidelines, also known as butanoic acid. Source: Internet

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