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Definition of Acrylonitrile

1. Noun. A colorless liquid unsaturated nitrile made from propene.

Definition of Acrylonitrile

1. Noun. (organic compound) A toxic colourless liquid organic compound, CH₂=CH.CN, synthesized from propylene and ammonia; used as a monomer in the production of acrylic resins and synthetic rubber. ¹

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Definition of Acrylonitrile

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Medical Definition of Acrylonitrile

1. A colourless liquid which will mix somewhat with water, mixes well with all common organic solvents, and is toxic, carcinogenic (cancer-causing), and a fire hazard. Freezing point: -83 øC. Boiling point: 77.5-77.9 øC. It is used as a monomer for acrylic fibres and acrylic rubber and other industrial purposes. (09 Oct 1997)

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