plural of alkanoic acid

(inorganic chemistry) The oxyacid of iodine HIO₃

(organic chemistry) A mucopolysaccharide that forms a gel-like substance within animal connective tissue

(organic chemistry) The hydroxy acid 3,5-dihydroxy-3-methylpentanoic acid, a biochemical precursor of the terpenoids.

(inorganic chemistry) The oxyacid of bromine HBrO₄

(inorganic chemistry) The hypothetical acidic form of tin dioxide (SnO₂) that is the parent of the stannates

(historical) A type of oily acid (a mixture rich in capric- and caproic acids) made from mutton suet, having an odor similar to that of a goat, used in the early days of the production of soap, and in soup-making.

plural of polyglycolic acid

(organic chemistry) A biodegradable, thermoplastic polymer formed from glycolic acid monomers

(organic chemistry) Any of several isomeric forms of an aromatic dicarboxylic acid derived from naphthalene; analogous to phthalic acid