ethyl mercaptan
noun Chemistry.
Words nearby ethyl mercaptan
ethyl enanthate,
ethyl ether,
ethyl group,
ethyl hexoate,
ethyl malonate,
ethyl mercaptan,
ethyl nitrate,
ethyl nitrite,
ethyl nitrite spirit,
ethyl oxide,
ethyl sulfide
Scientific definitions for ethyl mercaptan
ethyl mercaptan
A colorless organic liquid that has a very strong odor. It is added to odorless fuel, such as natural gas, and fuel systems as a warning agent in the event of leakage or spills. Also called ethanethiol. Chemical formula: C2H6S.