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salicylaldehyde |
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salicylaldehyde [¦sal·ə·səl′al·də‚hīd] (organic chemistry) C6H4OHCHO Clear to dark-red oily liquid, with burning taste and almond aroma; soluble in alcohol, benzene, and ether, very slightly soluble in water; boils at 196°C; used in analytical chemistry, in perfumery, and for synthesis of chemicals. Also known as helicin. 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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Secreted from surface glands by the beetle larvae, salicylaldehyde deters ants and probably other arthropod predators such as wasps from attacking the larvae, say the researchers. |
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