dimethylfuran

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What does dimethylfuran mean?

Any of four isomers of the heterocyclic compound formed by substituting two methyl groups for hydrogen in furan; but especially 2,5-dimethylfuran obtained by catalytic reduction of fructose from biomass for use as a biofuel

Where does dimethylfuran come from?

From dimethyl + furan.

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