Butyric acid is derived from the word 'butyrum' which means _.
Correct answer: B. Butter
- A. Milk
- B. Butter
- C. Cheese
- D. None of these
Explanation
Because the word butyrum is latin word which is used for butter in simple English.Common name for butyric acid in lattin language is butyrum which means butter.
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