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Silver acetate

Silver acetate

Silver acetate (AgC2H3O2) is a photosensitive, white crystalline substance commonly used as a pesticide. It also produces a repulsive taste when combined with cigarette smoke, so it is used in chewing gum and lozenges to aid the cessation of smoking.

References

  • F. H. MacDougall, and S. Peterson (1947). "Equilibria in Silver Acetate Solutions". The Journal of Physical Chemistry 51 1346–1361.

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