Decanoic Acid Definition
dĕkə-nōĭk
noun
A fatty acid, C10 H20 O2 , having a rancid odor, obtained from animal fats and oils, and used in the manufacture of perfumes and fruit flavors.
American Heritage
(organic chemistry) Capric acid.
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Origin of Decanoic Acid
decan(e) –oic
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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