alkyl
noun/ˈælkaɪl/ · /ˈælkɪl/
Etymology From alc(ohol) + -yl.
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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any of a series of univalent radicals of the general formula CₙH₂ₙ₊₁ derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons. In other words, an alkane minus one hydrogen atom.
- Derived terms
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