methacrylic acid

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Noun methacrylic acid has 1 sense

methacrylic acid, 2-methylpropenoic acid - an unsaturated acid (C4H6O2) used to make resins and plastics
--₁ is a kind of acid

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Methacrylic Acid

Definition:

Methacrylic acid is a colorless, corrosive liquid compound with the chemical formula C4H6O2. It is used in various industries, especially in the production of polymers and acrylic materials.

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Noun

Sense 1:

A type of acid used in the production of polymers and acrylic materials.

Example sentence: The production of high-quality acrylic sheets involves the careful manipulation of methacrylic acid.

Sense 2:

A corrosive liquid compound found in certain industrial processes.

Example sentence: The spillage of methacrylic acid requires immediate cleaning and proper disposal to prevent any environmental damage.