Acetone is a clear, strong-smelling liquid often used as a solvent, such as in nail polish remover. It evaporates quickly and can dissolve many substances.
From German 'Aceton', based on 'acetum' (Latin for vinegar) because it’s related to acetic acid. The '-one' ending is a chemistry suffix for a type of organic compound.
Acetone is a chemical your own body can make in small amounts, especially when you burn fat. That means the sharp smell of nail polish remover is actually a cousin of molecules quietly moving through your blood.
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