Benzoic acid

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benzoic_acid)

Benzoic acid, C7H6O2 (or C6H5COOH), is a colorless crystalline solid and a simple aromatic carboxylic acid. The name derived from gum benzoin, which was for a long time the only source for benzoic acid. Its salts are used as a food preservative and benzoic acid is an important precursor for the synthesis of many other organic substances. (Wikipedia)

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C7H6O2

Approved Date
15-Oct-2012

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