anisic acid

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anisic acid [ə′nis·ik ′as·əd]

(organic chemistry)

CH₃OC₆H₄COOH White crystals or powder with a melting point of 184°C; soluble in alcohol and ether; used in medicine and as an insect repellent and ovicide.

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