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Isethionic

I-sethˊi-on′ic

,
Adj.
[
Is-
+
ethionic
.]
(Chem.)
Pertaining to, derived from, or designating, an acid,
HO.C2H4.SO3H
, obtained as an oily or crystalline substance, by the action of sulphur trioxide on alcohol or ether. It is derivative of sulphuric acid.