Definition

A type of amine that comes from cyclohexane, where one hydrogen atom is replaced by an amino group. It is used in various chemical applications and can have different derivatives.

Example

Cyclohexylamine is often used in the production of rubber and other chemicals.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of cyclohexylamine?

Yeah, I read about it in my chemistry class.

What did you find interesting about cyclohexylamine?

I was surprised to learn how it's used in some chemical reactions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cyclohexylamine is formed from "cyclo-" (from Greek "kyklos", meaning circle) and "hexyl" (from "hex", meaning six) combined with "amine" (from Latin "ammonia", meaning nitrogen-containing compound). The term refers to a circular structure (cyclo-) with six carbon atoms (hexyl) and an amine group, indicating it is a nitrogen-containing compound derived from cyclohexane.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'circle' ('cyclo-') of 'six' ('hexyl') carbon atoms with a 'nitrogen' ('amine') attached — that's what cyclohexylamine represents.

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