levulinic acid

lev·u·lin·ic ac·id

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Definition of levulinic acid words

noun levulinic acid a white or colorless, water-soluble solid, C 5 H 8 O 3 , produced by the hydrolysis of cane sugar, starch, or cellulose; used chiefly in the organic synthesis of nylon, plastics, and pharmaceuticals. 1

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