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pelargonic

[ pel-ahr-gon-ik, -goh-nik, -er- ]

adjective

, Chemistry.
  1. of or derived from a pelargonium or pelargonic acid.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of pelargonic1

First recorded in 1855–60; pelargon(ium) + -ic
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Example Sentences

The spirituous solution of pelargonic ether may also be profitably prepared from oleic acid, according to Gottlieb's method.

It is promptly oxidized by nitric acid, and is converted into pelargonic acid and other fatty acids.

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Pelagius IIpelargonic acid