Cryptic crossword clue
Chemical expert sits on the deadly liquid 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word ACETALDEHYDE

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The straight part
We know that "Chemical" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case chemical = acetaldehyde.
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What does ACETALDEHYDE mean?

ACETALDEHYDE noun
  1. An organic compound, (CH3CHO). Sometimes called ethanal or acetic aldehyde. See aldehyde.

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