What is another word for benzoate?

Pronunciation: [bˈɛnzə͡ʊt] (IPA)

Benzoate is an organic compound that is used in a variety of industries including food preservation, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. It acts as a preservative and is commonly found in soft drinks, vinegar, and pickles. Synonyms for benzoate include benzenecarboxylate, benzoylformate, phenylmethanoate and carboxybenzene. It is also known as E211 in the food industry. Benzoates are considered safe for human consumption and have been tested for any harmful effects. In addition to preserving food, benzoates are also used as a treatment for urinary tract infections and to relieve heartburn and acid reflux symptoms.

What are the hypernyms for Benzoate?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Benzoate?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for benzoate (as nouns)

Usage examples for Benzoate

In order to show how this may be accomplished, I pour a small quantity of water into the rounded end of a wide test-tube, which is now seen projected on the screen, and then pour gently down the side a quantity of ethyl benzoate, a liquid slightly denser than water.
"Liquid Drops and Globules, their Formation and Movements"
Chas. R. Darling
The temperature then rises rapidly to the boiling-point of benzyl benzoate, when the receivers are changed.
"Organic-Syntheses"
Conant, James Bryant
3. Other Methods of Preparation Benzyl benzoate has been identified in certain natural plant products.
"Organic-Syntheses"
Conant, James Bryant

Famous quotes with Benzoate

  • Unto the third and fourth generation, General Motors, you have visited your greed on the children. Unto the twentieth, AEC, you have twisted their limbs and closed their eyes. Unto the last dawn of man you have cursed us, O Father. Our Father. Our Father Which art in Washington, give us this day our daily calcium propionate, sodium diacetate monoglyceride, potassium bromate, calcium phosphate, monobasic chloramine T, aluminium potassium sulphate, sodium benzoate, butylated hydroxyanisole, mono-iso-propyl citrate, axerophthol and calciferol. Include with it a little flour and salt. Amen.
    John Brunner

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