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Compound formed by condensation between an acid and an alcohol, e.g. ethyl alcohol and acetic acid yield the ester ethyl acetate. Fats are esters of the alcohol glycerol, and long-chain fatty acids. Many esters are used as synthetic flavours.<\/p>\n

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An organic compound formed by the reaction of an acid and an alcohol. Many flavoring agents are esters.<\/p>\n

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A compound resulting from the combination of an alcohol and an acid. Lipids are formed from alcohols and fatty acids.<\/p>\n

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Compounds formed by the combination of an organic acid with an alcohol.<\/p>\n

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A compound containing an oxygen linkage; the product of the condensation of an acid and alcohol with the loss of a molecule of water.<\/p>\n

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An organic compound formed from an alcohol and an acid by the removal of water.<\/p>\n

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In organic chemistry, a fragrant compound formed by the combination of an organic acid with an alcohol. This reaction removes water from the compound.<\/p>\n

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