Definition

A type of chemical compound that has a five-membered ring made up of two carbon atoms and three nitrogen atoms.

Example

Triazole compounds are often used in agriculture as fungicides.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about triazole compounds?

Yeah, I think they're used in some medications, right?

Exactly! I read that they have a unique five-membered ring structure.

That's really interesting; chemistry has so many cool compounds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Triazole is formed from the prefix "tri-" (meaning three) and the root "azole" (from the chemical suffix indicating a five-membered ring containing nitrogen). The word refers to a class of compounds that contain a five-membered ring with three nitrogen atoms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tri-' meaning three, which helps you remember that triazole has three nitrogen atoms in its structure.

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