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2-ethylbutyl alcohol

2-ethylbutyl alcohol

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(organic chemistry)
(C2H5)2CHCH2OH A stable, colorless liquid, miscible in most organic solvents, slightly water-soluble; used as a solvent for resins, waxes, and dyes, and in the synthesis of perfumes, drugs, and flavorings.
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