noun
- a colorless, oily liquid compound (CH₃COOC₂H₅) formed by the acetylation of ethanol; used as a solvent and in organic synthesis.
Usage: chemistry; also called ethyl acetate in common usage
Examples
- Acetin is commonly used as a solvent in laboratory settings.
- The chemist added acetin to the reaction mixture to dissolve the organic compound.
- Acetin evaporates quickly due to its low boiling point.
- Industrial processes often employ acetin in the production of various chemicals.