(zhǐ) - Ester — an organic compound formed by the & commonly found in fragrances, flavorings, and lipids.

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Ester — an organic compound formed by the reaction between an acid and an alcohol, often with a pleasant, fruity aroma;

commonly found in fragrances, flavorings, and lipids.

Ester — an organic compound formed by thecommonly found in fragrances, flavorings, and lipids.

Usage highlights

Fatty acid esterPolyester fiberEster compoundEsterification reactionMethyl esterEthyl ester
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This compound is an ester (酯).
  • Many fruit flavors come from esters (酯类).
  • Polyester is a synthetic polymer (聚酯).
  • Fats and oils contain fatty acid esters (脂肪酸酯).

Collocations

  • Fatty acid ester(脂肪酸酯)
  • Polyester fiber(聚酯纤维)
  • Ester compound(酯类化合物)
  • Esterification reaction(酯化反应)
  • Methyl ester(甲酯)
  • Ethyl ester(乙酯)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily a scientific/chemical term with no significant traditional cultural connotations.
  • Gained prominence in modern chemistry and industrial applications (e.g., polyester production).
  • Associated with pleasant scents in perfumery and food flavoring industries.

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