What does acetaldehyde mean?
A colorless, flammable liquid with a pungent, fruity odor, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of perfumes and plastics. It is also a product of fermentation and a byproduct of the oxidation of ethanol.
Example
"The chemist carefully handled the acetaldehyde, aware of its potential to cause irritation and other health problems."
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