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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The zwitterionic compound dimethylsulfonioacetate (CH₃)₂S⁺-CH₂-CO₂⁻; any derivative of this compound, many of which have industrial applications

Etymology

From sulfo- + betaine.

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