Acyl group
Acyl Group
An Acyl Group (pronounced: /ˈæsɪl/) is a functional group derived from carboxylic acids. It is represented by the formula R-CO-, where R is any group of atoms.
Etymology
The term "acyl" is derived from the Greek word "akos" meaning remedy, referring to the early use of carboxylic acids in medicinal remedies.
Definition
An acyl group is a moiety that contains a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to one other carbon atom. It is a type of functional group commonly found in organic compounds, including carboxylic acids, amides, esters, and anhydrides. The carbon atom of the carbonyl group is bonded to the remainder of the molecule by a single bond.
Related Terms
- Carboxylic Acid: An organic compound that contains a carboxyl group (C(=O)OH). The general formula is R-COOH, where R is some monovalent functional group.
- Amide: A type of functional group that contains a carbonyl group linked to a nitrogen atom (C=O-NH2).
- Ester: A compound made by replacing the hydrogen of an acid by an alkyl or other organic group. Many naturally occurring fats and essential oils are esters.
- Anhydride: A compound that has two acyl groups bonded to the same oxygen atom.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acyl group
- Wikipedia's article - Acyl group
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