LEAD ACETATE
\lˈiːd ˈasɪtˌe͡ɪt], \lˈiːd ˈasɪtˌeɪt], \l_ˈiː_d ˈa_s_ɪ_t_ˌeɪ_t]\
Definitions of LEAD ACETATE
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By Princeton University
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A compound of l. and acetic acid. The normal l. acetate, or sugar of l., is a body, Pb (C2H3O2)2+3H2O, forming colorless, transparent prismatic crystals of sweet, astringent taste, soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol. Used as an astringent. [Lat.]
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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