Meaning Of The Word Abietic acid

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abietic acid in American English
noun: a yellow, crystalline, water-insoluble acid, C20H30 O2, obtained from the resin of a species of pine: used chiefly in driers, varnishes, and soaps

abietic acid in British English
yellowish powder
noun: a yellowish powder occurring naturally as a constituent of rosin and used in lacquers, varnishes, and soap. Formula: C19H29COOH; melting pt: 173°C

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