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LACTONES
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lactones
plural of lactone
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LACTONE
Lac"tone, n. (Chem.)
Definition: 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.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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