Definition of Ethanal

1. Noun. A colorless volatile water-soluble liquid aldehyde used chiefly in the manufacture of acetic acid and perfumes and drugs.

Exact synonyms: Acetaldehyde
Generic synonyms: Aldehyde

Medical Definition of Ethanal

1. A colourless, flammable liquid used in the manufacture of acetic acid, perfumes, and flavors. It is also an intermediate in the metabolism of alcohol. It has a general narcotic action and also causes irritation of mucous membranes. Large doses may cause death from respiratory paralysis. Chemical name: Acetaldehyde (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ethanal

ethacrynate sodium
ethacrynic acid
ethacrynic acid
ethadione
ethal
ethal
ethals
ethambutol
ethambutol
ethambutols
ethambutol hydrochloride
ethamivan
ethamoxytriphetol
ethamsylate
ethanal (current term)
ethanal (current term)
ethanal trimer
ethanamide
ethane
ethane
ethanediamine
ethanedinitrile
ethanedioic acid
ethanediol
ethanes
ethanoate
ethanoic acid
ethanoic acid
ethanol
ethanol

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