ontologies
PECO
Plant Experimental Conditions Ontology (PECO)
OWL
Last submission date November 10, 2023
ID http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CHEBI_30751
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CHEBI_30751
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formic acid

Synonyms

formic acid

Definitions

The simplest carboxylic acid, containing a single carbon. Occurs naturally in various sources including the venom of bee and ant stings, and is a useful organic synthetic reagent. Principally used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed. Induces severe metabolic acidosis and ocular injury in human subjects.

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