Methyl group

In chemistry a methyl-group is a hydrophobic Alkyl functional group which is derived from methane (CH4). It has the formula

Related Topics:
Chemistry - Hydrophobic - Alkyl - Functional group - Methane

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:-CH3

Related Topics:
C - H

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It is very often abbreviated:

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:-Me

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This hydrocarbon unit can be found in many organic compounds, like biodiesel (methyl ester).

Related Topics:
Hydrocarbon - Organic compound - Biodiesel

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