Definition

Relating to a type of organic compound that is derived from an aromatic hydrocarbon by losing one hydrogen atom.

Example

The chemist studied the properties of aryl compounds in her research.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new chemistry lab at school?

Yeah, I heard they focus a lot on aryl compounds.

I find it fascinating how those compounds are used in so many applications.

Absolutely, it's amazing what you can create with aryl structures!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A type of chemical group that comes from an aromatic hydrocarbon, formed by taking away one hydrogen atom.

Example

The chemist used an aryl group in the synthesis of the new compound.

Conversation

I was reading about different chemical compounds and came across the term aryl radical.

Oh, I've heard of that! It has something to do with aromatic hydrocarbons, right?

Exactly! It’s fascinating how an aryl group can change the properties of a molecule.

Root Explanation

Aryl → The term 'aryl' is derived from 'aromatic' (from Greek 'arōmatikos', meaning fragrant) and the suffix '-yl' (used in organic chemistry to denote a radical or group derived from a parent compound). An aryl group is a functional group derived from an aromatic compound by removing a hydrogen atom.

Memory Tip

Think of 'aromatic' which relates to fragrance, and remember that 'aryl' refers to a group derived from these fragrant compounds.

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