propenyl
/ˈprəʊpɪnʌɪl/ /ˈprəʊpɪn(ɪ)l/Chemistry
noun
Either of two isomeric unsaturated hydrocarbon radicals related to propene. Usually attributive or a formative element in chemical names.
- Formula: —CH=CHCH3, and (occasionally) —CH2CHCH2..
Origin
Mid 19th century. From German Propenyl from Propen + -yl.
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