Vocabulary Entry

hydroxyl

|noun • adjective

noun

A functional group in organic chemistry consisting of an oxygen atom bonded to a hydrogen atom (-OH).

Example Sentences

"The hydroxyl group is essential in the formation of alcohols."

"Compounds containing hydroxyl groups can form hydrogen bonds."

"The presence of a hydroxyl group affects the solubility of the compound."

adjective

Example Sentences

"Hydroxyl compounds are often used in industrial applications."

"The hydroxyl functional group plays a critical role in organic reactions."

"Hydroxylated substances can have different chemical properties than their non-hydroxylated counterparts."