Meaning Of The Word Adipic acid

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adipic acid in American English
noun: a white, crystalline, slightly water-soluble solid, C6H10O4, used chiefly in the synthesis of nylon

adipic acid in British English
crystalline solid used in the preparation of nylon
noun: a colourless crystalline solid used in the preparation of nylon. Formula: HOOC(CH2)4COOH

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