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/ˈælkaɪl/ · noun
(organic chemistry) 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..
Use alkyl when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Alkyl means (organic chemistry) 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..
Common synonyms include alkyl group.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Use alkyl where its definition matches the intended context.
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