amyl ether
amyl ether [ORG CHEM] 1. Either of two isomeric compounds, n-amyl ether or isoamyl
ether; both may be represented by the formula (C5H11)2O. 2. A mixture mainly of
isoamyl ether and n-amyl ether formed in preparation of amyl alcohols from amyl
chloride; very slightly soluble in water; used mainly as a solvent