racemic acid

n. A form of tartaric acid, C₄H₆O₆, that is composed of equal portions of dextrorotatory and levorotatory components, is not optically active, and is sometimes found in grape juice during the making of wine.

racemic acid

n (Biochemistry) the optically inactive form of tartaric acid that is sometimes found in grape juice

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racemic acid - the optically inactive form of tartaric acid that is often found in grape juicetartaric acid - an acid found in many fruits; used in soft drinks and confectionery and baking powder

racemic acid

(rāsē`mĭk): see tartaric acidtartaric acid,
HO₂CCHOHCHOHCO₂H, white crystalline dicarboxylic acid. It occurs as three distinct isomers, the dextro-, levo-, and meso- forms.
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racemic acid

[rə′sēm·ik ′as·əd] (organic chemistry) C₂H₄O₂(COOH)₂·H₂O Colorless crystals, melting at 205°C; soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol; used as a chemical intermediate. Also known as inactive tartaric acid.

racemic acid

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noun the optically inactive form of tartaric acid that is often found in grape juice

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tartaric acid

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