valeric acid

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valeric acid (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry) A short chain aliphatic carboxylic acid, CH3(CH2)3COOH, obtained from the roots of valerian; used in perfume, flavourings, pharmaceuticals
    Synonyms: pentanoic acid, pentoic acid, valerianic acid, viburnic acid
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