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acetin

acetin

9.9
A clear liquid made from glycerin and acetic acid used to make plastics softer
  • noun
  • /əˈsiːtɪn/
  • Specialized
: acetina
  • The laboratory synthesized acetin by combining glycerin and acetic acid under heat.

Examples

  • Acetin is used as a plasticizer in the production of cellophane and other plastics.

  • Industrial processes often require pure acetin to ensure product quality.

  • The chemical formula for acetin is C9H18O5.

  • Many industries use acetin for various applications.

  • Acetin is widely used in the cosmetics industry as a solvent for fragrances.

  • Manufacturers rely on acetin as an essential ingredient in the formulation of certain adhesives.

  • In the production of film and fibers, acetin acts as a vital plasticizer.

Synonyms

acetate
vsacetin
  • Specialized
7 7.2

A salt or ester made from acetic acid used in labs and industry

is a specific group of three liquid esters made from glycerin and acetic acid

Surface Forms

acetin singular
acetins plural

Morphology

acetin = acetic (opaque) = acet + in

Formed from the specialized chemical combining form 'acet-' plus the chemical noun suffix '-in', which is not transparent to average learners.

Etymology

Acetin comes from the root acet- meaning 'vinegar' and the chemical ending -in, and you can see the same root in acetic and acetate. So, acetin is a chemical made from acetic acid, the acid in vinegar, and glycerin, which explains why it is a liquid used in making plastics.