Isopropylgruppe
The Isopropylgruppe, also known as the isopropyl group, is a branched-chain alkyl group with the chemical formula -(CH(CH3)2). It is derived from propane by removing one hydrogen atom from the second carbon atom. It consists of a central carbon atom bonded to one hydrogen atom and two methyl groups. The isopropyl group is a common structural motif found in organic chemistry and is a substituent in many organic molecules.
In chemical nomenclature, the isopropyl group is often abbreviated as i-Pr or iPr. Its presence can significantly