methyl tertiary butyl ether

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methyl tertiary butyl ether [¦meth·əl ¦tər·shē‚er·ē ¦byüd·əl ′ē·thər]

(organic chemistry)

CH₃OC(CH₃)₃A volatile, flammable, colorless liquid, with a boiling point of 55°C (131°F) and a terpene-like odor, originally used in gasoline as an octane enhancer and lead substitute, more recently used to reduce engine exhaust emissions. Abbreviated MTBE.

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