benzyl
Phenyl plus methylene
Benzyl is a chemical group consisting of a benzene ring attached to a methylene unit, written as C₆H₅CH₂–.
It appears in organic chemistry to describe molecular structures: benzyl alcohol, benzyl chloride.
The benzyl group is distinct from phenyl, which lacks the extra carbon.
Compounds containing it are common in pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and industrial solvents.
Intoxicating hydroxyl compound
- chlorideNegatively charged halogen atom
- acetateVinegar-derived compound
- etherVolatile organic solvent
- bromideOverused phrase or chemical
group · moiety · radical · cyanide · amine · phenyl · aromatic · derivative
Volatile organic solvent
- salicylateAspirin-related chemical compound
- perfumeFragrant liquid for wearing
- fixativeSubstance that preserves artwork
- jasmineAromatic climbing plant
scent · aroma · ester · balsam · floral · essential · oil · benzoin
Agent preventing spoilage
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- injectionSyringe-delivered dose
- anestheticPain-blocking substance
- formulationDevised mixture or expression
solvent · benzocaine · medication · topical · lidocaine · penicillin · antibiotic · stabilizer
alcohol
Intoxicating hydroxyl compound
bromide · group · moiety · radical · cyanide · amine · phenyl · aromatic · derivative · halide
acetone
Volatile organic solvent
- salicylateAspirin-related chemical compound
- perfumeFragrant liquid for wearing
- fixativeSubstance that preserves artwork
jasmine · scent · aroma · ester · balsam · floral · essential · oil · benzoin · absolute
preservative
Agent preventing spoilage
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- injectionSyringe-delivered dose
- anestheticPain-blocking substance
formulation · solvent · benzocaine · medication · topical · lidocaine · penicillin · antibiotic · stabilizer · parenteral