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1 | 99% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 35% | 3 | Animal that communicates using chemical signals known as pheromones | |
3 | 33% | 6 | Like a dead parrot, held back by pheromones? | |
Compound In Pheromones Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "ESTER" which means:
- noun
- • Organic compound formed by reaction between an acid and an alcohol with elimination of water
An example sentence would be:
- • "She made ethyl ester by reacting ethanol with acetic acid."
- • "The fruity aroma of the wine was due to the presence of esters."
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New York Times19 Jan 2023 | Down 54 | |
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