Definition: The word "AAF" (acetyl alcohol formula) is a commonly used term in the biology and pharmaceutical fields. It refers to the basic structure of acetals, a type of natural compound derived from carbohydrates such as glucose and fructose.

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Definition: 'Acetal' refers to a term used to describe the properties of certain crystal systems, including 20-membered rings with one or more 'spots' (usually two). These are commonly found in amorphous minerals and colloidal crystals. The word 'acetal' is derived from the Greek word for 'point', indicating the position of the spots within the system.

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Definition: In organic chemistry, a "hemiacetal" refers to a molecule that is formed by combining two different types of alkenes. These are called "hemiacetals," and they have the same carbon number but differ in their hydrocarbons. For example, one example of a hemiacetal is 2-ethylhexane, which has the formula CH3CH2CH=CH2. A hemiacetal can also be formed by combining two different types of ethene (

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