acetoxy
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/əˈsɛtɒksi/
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/əˈsiːtɒksi/
acetoxy group
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetoxy' originates from the combination of 'acet-' from 'acetic acid' and 'oxy' indicating the presence of an oxygen atom.
Historical Evolution
'acetoxy' was formed by combining the prefix 'acet-' with 'oxy' to describe a functional group in chemistry.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the presence of an acetoxy group in chemical compounds, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or containing the acetoxy group, which is a functional group derived from acetic acid.
The acetoxy group is often used in organic synthesis.
Last updated: 2025/04/24 06:54