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Butanones
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Previously Indexed: | Ketones (1966-1967) |
Acetoin - A product of fermentation. It is a component of the butanediol cycle in microorganisms. In mammals it is oxidized to carbon dioxide. | |
Diacetyl - Carrier of aroma of butter, vinegar, coffee, and other foods. | |
Thenoyltrifluoroacetone - Chelating agent and inhibitor of cellular respiration. |
Butanones Medical Definitions and Terms
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