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sorbitan

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Main Entry: sor·bi·tan
Pronunciation: 'sor-b&-"tan
Function: noun
: an anhydride C6H12O5 of sorbitol fromwhich various fatty acid esters are derived for use as surfactants and emulsifying agents
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