Definition

A type of organic compound that contains a sulfonyl group attached to two carbon atoms, often used in pharmaceuticals.

Example

Sulfones are used in some medications to treat certain diseases.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of sulfone compounds?

Yeah, I think they used to be used for treating diseases like tuberculosis.

Exactly! I read that they have a sulfonyl group, which is pretty interesting.

It is! Science has so many cool applications for these kinds of compounds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sulfone** → It is formed from "sulfur" (from Latin *sulfur*, meaning sulfur) and "-one" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a ketone or similar compound). The word "sulfone" refers to a chemical compound containing sulfur and oxygen, specifically characterized by the presence of a sulfonyl group.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sulfur' as the key element in the word, and remember that a 'sulfone' is a compound that includes sulfur.

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