Stearic

Definition of Stearic

Ste`ar´ic   Pronunciation: stė`ăr´ĭk
a.1.(Physiol. Chem.) Pertaining to, or obtained from, stearin or tallow; resembling tallow.
Stearic acid
(Chem.) a monobasic fatty acid, obtained in the form of white crystalline scales, soluble in alcohol and ether. It melts to an oily liquid at 69°C.

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