phenyl
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- adjective
- /ˈfɛnɪl/
- Specialized
:
fenilo
- In organic chemistry, many substances contain a phenyl group, making them more reactive.
Examples
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The compound is effective due to its phenyl structure, which enhances its chemical properties.
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This is because BD resin has a large amount of phenyl groups and high e, resulting in the greater rigidity of molecular chains.
Academic text (2018) -
In response, the phenyl group at this position was removed and the NH was methylated to confer reduced lipophilicity (and reduced plasma protein binding) but maintain the presence of the mandatory amino group.
Blog text (19) -
The presence of a phenyl group in the molecule contributes to its unique aroma.
Synonyms
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Containing or coming from phenol, a chemical in some disinfectants and wines
Having two benzene rings in its chemical structure
Having a ring of carbon atoms like benzene as part of a molecule
It is next to a benzene ring in a molecule
A substance that contains benzoic acid or comes from benzoin
Relating to a chemical part that has a six-sided ring with one nitrogen
Compounds
- Specialized
A white powder used in sunscreens and in pills to protect and preserve them
Surface Forms
Etymology
Phenyl comes from the chemical name phenol, which goes back to the Greek root phain- meaning 'to show'. In chemistry, phenyl is used as an adjective to say a compound has a benzene 'ring' of six carbon atoms with one hydrogen removed, so calling something phenyl means it contains that ring.