plural of nucleic acid

(organic chemistry) The ketonic carboxylic acid CH₃-CO-CH₂-COOH, that is present in the urine of people suffering from starvation or some forms of diabetes.

(organic chemistry) Any of three isomeric aromatic carboxylic acid methoxybenzoic acid found in anise; they are mildly antiseptic

(organic chemistry) The aromatic amino acid 2-aminobenzoic acid that has biological activity, and is used in organic synthesis.

(organic chemistry) Any of a group of poorly characterized acids found in humus

(organic chemistry) An aliphatic dicarboxylic acid found in many cereals; it has an antibacterial action and is used in skin creams etc.

(organic chemistry) The brominated derivative of acetic acid CH₂Br-COOH that is used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals etc.

(inorganic chemistry) The unstable oxyacid of bromine HBrO₂

(organic chemistry) crotonic acid

(organic chemistry) The chemical compound with the formula CH₃(CH₂)₂COOH, a short chain fatty acid; its glyceride is one of the principle components of the flavour of butter.