ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Benzoyl

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈbɛnzəʊ.ɪl/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Benzoyl is a noun meaning (organic chemistry, especially in combination) A univalent radical formally derived from benzoic acid, C₆H₅CO-, by removal of the hydroxyl group.

Meaning

(organic chemistry, especially in combination) A univalent radical formally derived from benzoic acid, C₆H₅CO-, by removal of the hydroxyl group.

Example Sentences

The O–O bond in benzoyl peroxide and the C–N bonds in AIBN homolyze under thermal or photochemical conditions.

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Related Words

Related dictionary entries include ecgonine, benzoxyl, benzyl, benzoil, benzoylation, carboxylbenzoyl.

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