Karboksimetüüloksi

Karboksimetüüloksi is a chemical term referring to a functional group or a derivative containing the carboxymethyl group (-CH2COOH) linked through an oxygen atom. This linkage results in an ether functionality. Essentially, it describes a molecule where an oxygen atom is bonded to a CH2COOH group. The term is often used in the naming of organic compounds.

For instance, a compound with the structure R-O-CH2COOH would be described as having a karboksimetüüloksi substituent. This functional group can be found in various chemical contexts. It is a component of some polymers, such as carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), although in CMC, the linkage is more complex and involves a cellulose backbone. The karboksimetüüloksi group imparts specific chemical properties, including acidity due to the carboxylic acid moiety and solubility characteristics influenced by the ether linkage. Its presence can affect a molecule's reactivity and its interactions with other substances. The specific properties and applications depend heavily on the overall structure of the molecule to which the karboksimetüüloksi group is attached.