Definition

A chemical group that comes from propane and has the formula C3H7, often used in organic chemistry.

Example

Propyl alcohol is commonly used as a solvent in various industrial applications.

Conversation

I was reading about different chemical compounds and came across propyl.

Oh really? What did you find interesting about it?

It’s fascinating how propyl is derived from propane and can exist in different forms.

Yeah, chemistry has so many cool aspects, especially with radicals like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Propyl is derived from the prefix "prop-" (from Greek "propargyl", meaning first) and the suffix "-yl" (a chemical suffix used to denote a radical or group derived from a hydrocarbon). The term "propyl" refers to a specific alkyl group derived from propane, indicating its structure as the first member of the alkyl series.

Memory Tip

Think of 'prop-' as meaning 'first' in a series, and '-yl' indicating a chemical group. This helps you remember that 'propyl' refers to the first alkyl group derived from propane.

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