Ethyl (Noun)
Meaning
The univalent hydrocarbon radical C2H5 derived from ethane by the removal of one hydrogen atom.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Ethyl groups are present in the molecular structure of certain solvents.
- Reproductive issues have been linked to chronic exposure to ethyl compounds.
- The removal of a hydrogen atom from ethane results in the production of an ethyl radical.
- Organic compounds often include one or more ethyl moieties as functional groups.
- Alkyl groups like ethyl may be involved in toxic responses when ingested in high amounts.