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nitril

nitril

9.9
A kind of chemical with a carbon atom joined to a nitrogen atom
  • noun
  • /ˈnaɪtrɪl/
  • UK
translation icon : nitrilo
  • Many nitrils are used in pharmaceuticals.

Examples

  • Many polymers, such as nitrile rubber, are made using nitril compounds.

  • Exposure to some nitril substances can be hazardous if proper safety gear is not worn.

  • The laboratory synthesized a new nitril to test for its potential as a solvent.

  • A nitril is an organic compound.

  • The laboratory synthesized a new nitril to test its effectiveness in chemical reactions.

  • Many polymers, like nitrile rubber, are produced from nitril compounds found in various products.

  • Researchers are exploring how different nitril derivatives can enhance the properties of materials.

Synonyms

nitrile
vsnitril
  • Specialized
9.1

An organic chemical group where a carbon atom is triple-bonded to a nitrogen atom

has identical meaning but uses an alternative spelling

Surface Forms

nitril singular
nitrils plural

Etymology

Nitril comes from the root nitri-, which is linked to nitrogen and the old word 'nitre' meaning 'saltpeter'. A nitril contains a 'CN' group with a nitrogen atom, so thinking of 'nitro' or nitrogen helps you remember these compounds are named for their nitrogen part.