hydroxybutanal
|hy-drox-y-bu-ta-nal|
C2
/haɪˌdrɒksiˈbjuːtənæl/
aldehyde with hydroxyl group
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hydroxybutanal' originates from combining 'hydroxy-' meaning 'containing hydroxyl group' and 'butanal' which is an aldehyde derived from butane.
Historical Evolution
'hydroxybutanal' is a modern chemical term formed by combining the prefix 'hydroxy-' with the aldehyde 'butanal'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific chemical structure, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound that is an aldehyde derivative of butanol, often used in organic synthesis.
Hydroxybutanal is used in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/03 20:04