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acyl - What does it mean?

Definition of 'acyl'

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (organic chemistry) Any of class of organic radicals, RCO-, formed by the removal of a hydroxyl group from a carboxylic acid.

    • Derived terms

    * acyl anhydride * acyl halide * acylation * acyloxy

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