Meaning Of The Word Alkyl

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Alkyl Meaning

Alkyl Definition
Alkyl Definition

What's The Definition Of Alkyl?

alkyl in American English
a noncyclic saturated hydrocarbon radical with the general formula CnH2n+1
adjective: containing an alkyl group
noun: an alkyl group

alkyl in British English
noun: of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group Cn H2n+1

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