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Ester
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a chemical compound derived from the reaction between an alcohol and an organic acid, typically with the elimination of water
Examples
Ethyl acetate, an ester, is commonly used as a solvent in nail polish removers.
Diethyl phthalate is an ester often used as a plasticizer in the manufacturing of plastics.
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