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Vocabulary Entry
hydroxy
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or containing hydroxyl groups (-OH) in a chemical compound.
Example Sentences
"The hydroxy group enhances the solubility of the compound in water."
"Hydroxy acids are often used in skincare products for their exfoliating properties."
"Researchers are studying hydroxy derivatives for potential medicinal uses."
N
noun
A compound containing a hydroxyl group.
Example Sentences
"The chemist synthesized a new hydroxy that showed promise in drug formulation."
"Certain hydroxy compounds are essential in biological processes."
"The lab analyzed several hydroxy samples for their chemical properties."