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esterOrganic compound formed by the reaction between an alcohol and an acid, with the elimination of water. Unlike salts, esters are covalent compounds. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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20, 1996 Journal of Biological Chemistry, the pair showed that these ethyl esters speed up the movement of potassium ions, which are positively charged, from brain cells through channels in their outer membranes. This contrast agent consists of a synthetic, iodine-packed chemical called iodipamide ethyl ester, says physical chemist and inventor Michael R. |
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