[{"from": "human", "value": "Could you provide a description of this molecule? [C][=Branch1][C][=O][Branch1][=Branch2][C][Branch1][C][Cl][Branch1][C][Cl][Cl][O]"}, {"from": "gpt", "value": "The molecule is a strong acid prepared by the reaction of chlorine with acetic acid in the presence of a suitable catalyst. In clinical chemistry and biochemistry, it is used as a precipitant of macromolecules including proteins, DNA and RNA. Trichloroacetate is also found in cosmetic treatments and topical formulations as a cauterant, which removes condyloma or warts on the skin."}]