BARBITURIC ACID
(noun)Definitions
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Barbituric Acid.
Barbituric Acid - as a noun
A white crystalline acid derived from pyrimidine; used in preparing barbiturate drugs
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
malonylurea16Example Sentences
"The synthesis of barbituric acid involves the reaction of malonic acid with urea."
"The molecular structure of barbituric acid contains a pyrimidine ring."
"Many derivatives of barbituric acid have sedative properties."
"The discovery of barbituric acid dates back to the mid-19th century."
"The barbituric acid molecule can be modified to enhance its pharmacological activity."
