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aliphatic

/ˌæl.ɪˈfæt.ɪk/

aliphaticnoun

aliphatics

/ˌæl.ɪˈfæt.ɪk/

/ˌæl.əˈfæt.ɪk/

Used chiefly in chemistry to mean an aliphatic compound.

Definitions

An organic compound whose carbon atoms form open (non-aromatic) chains.

Paraffins are common aliphatics found in crude oil.

aliphaticadjective

more aliphatic

Comp.

most aliphatic

Super.

/ˌæl.ɪˈfæt.ɪk/

Translations

The compound has an aliphatic structure.

Соединение имеет алифатическую структуру.

Definitions

Relating to or denoting organic compounds in which carbon atoms form open chains (as opposed to aromatic compounds).

The aliphatic hydrocarbons are often used as solvents in industrial applications.

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