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methyl tert-butyl ether
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Definition
: A group of compounds that contain the general formula R-OCH3.
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Ethers, Methyl
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methyl tert-butyl ether [ MTBE,methyl t-butyl ether,tert-butyl methyl ether ]
used to dissolve gallstones; gasoline additive
1634-04-4
*Methyl Ethers
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Gastroenterology 1985;88(1 Pt. 1):122