Acetous salt
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Description
Common name for salts of acetic acid prior to the 1800s when chemical compound names were standardized (Schur 1985). Now esters of acetic acid are called acetates.
Additional Information
S. Schur, "Conservation Terminology: A Review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials", Technology and Conservation, 1985.
Authority
- Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985