Acetone

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Acetone Definition

A colorless, volatile, flammable organic solvent. Acetone occurs naturally in plants, trees, forest fires, vehicle exhaust and as a breakdown product of animal fat metabolism. This agent may be normally present in very small quantities in urine and blood; larger amounts may be found in the urine and blood of diabetics. Acetone is toxic in high doses. (NCI04)

Acetone Synonyms

Acetone, 2-Propanone, ACETONE, Dimethyl Formaldehyde, Methyl Ketone

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