👉 The term "dihydroxybutyrate" is used in chemistry to denote the compound (or substance) that has a chemical formula of C6H12O3. This compound can be found in plants, but it also exists naturally as a byproduct of the process of fermentation. It's often referred to as "dihydroxybutyrate" because its structure resembles dihydroxyacetone (which is a type of alcohol), and it has been used in various
