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formic acid n (Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a colourless corrosive liquid carboxylic acid found in some insects, esp ants, and many plants: used in dyeing textiles and the manufacture of insecticides and refrigerants. Formula: HCOOH Systematic name methanoic acid
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Translations formic acid n → Ameisensäure f How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The muscles made of the alloy function about equally well when powered by methanol, hydrogen, or formic acid, he adds. But once in the manure storage, formalin breaks down into formic acid and water—substances completely harmless to the soil. The leaves, stem, and roots are covered with minute "hairs" which trigger the release of formic acid (the same irritant present in ant bites) when you "rub them the wrong way. |
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