salicylic acid l-lydroxybenzoic acid, C7H6O3, a colorless, crystalline solid, derivatives of which are used as analgesics (including aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid), antiseptics, dyes, and liniments. Salicylic acid occurs naturally in plants, including willow bark and oil of wintergreen. Related category BIOCHEMISTRY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) |