And two oddballs: struthious: ostrich-like formic: ant-like. From Wordnik.com. [Breakfast in Bed] Reference
For dyeing sisal it is recommended that only acetic and formic acids are used. From Wordnik.com. [Chapter 7] Reference
The distillate "B" may contain formic, acetic, propionic, butyric and benzoic acids. From Wordnik.com. [The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged.] Reference
Sources of common chemicals such as salt, soda and acetic and formic acids are not included. From Wordnik.com. [Chapter 11] Reference
On distillation with condensing acids a large proportion of volatile monobasic acids (chiefly formic) are obtained. From Wordnik.com. [Researches on Cellulose 1895-1900] Reference
It must be pronounced bad if it becomes black or dark brown within that time (acrolein, formic, and butyric acids). From Wordnik.com. [Nitro-Explosives: A Practical Treatise] Reference
The acids of perspiration (acetic, formic, and butyric) often become so concentrated that they act on the fiber of the fabric. From Wordnik.com. [Textiles For Commercial, Industrial, and Domestic Arts Schools; Also Adapted to Those Engaged in Wholesale and Retail Dry Goods, Wool, Cotton, and Dressmaker's Trades] Reference
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