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acetylsalicylic acid |
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acetylsalicylic acid (əsēt'əlsăl'ĭsĭl`ĭk), acetate ester of salicylic acid salicylic acid or 2-hydroxybenzoic acid, C6H4(OH)CO2H, a colorless, crystalline organic carboxylic acid that melts at 159°C;; it is soluble in ethanol and ether but is only slightly soluble in water. ..... Click the link for more information. . See aspirin aspirin, acetyl derivative of salicylic acid (see salicylate ) that is used to lower fever, relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and thin the blood. Common conditions treated with aspirin include headache, muscle and joint pain, and the inflammation caused by rheumatic ..... Click the link for more information. . acetylsalicylic acid [ə¦sed·əl¦sal·ə¦sil·ik ′as·əd] (organic chemistry) CH3COOC6H4COOH A white, crystalline, weakly acidic substance, with melting point 137°C; slightly soluble in water; used medicinally as an antipyretic. Also known by trade name aspirin. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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