Ketone Group (Noun)
Meaning
A group having the characteristic properties of ketones.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The organic compound contains a ketone group, making it a member of the ketone family.
- Acetophenone is a good example of a compound with a ketone group attached to an aromatic ring.
- Nitration of aromatic compounds containing a ketone group can be complex and may require protection of the reactive group.
- Biosynthesis of fatty acids often involves the formation of a ketone group.
- The enzyme aldolase specifically cleaves ketone groups that are beta to an aldehyde or another ketone group.