Meaning Of The Word Terephthalic acid

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Terephthalic acid Definition
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terephthalic acid in American English
a white crystalline powder, C6H4(COOH)2, produced by the oxidation of certain xylene hydrocarbons and used in making plastics, polyester fiber, etc.
noun: a white, crystalline, water-insoluble solid, C8H6 O2, the para isomer of phthalic acid: used chiefly in the manufacture of resins and textile fibers

terephthalic acid in British English
noun: a white crystalline water-insoluble carboxylic acid used in making polyester resins such as Terylene; 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid. Formula: C6H4(COOH)2

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