Sulfonowej

Sulfonowej is a Polish term that translates to "sulfonic" in English. It refers to a functional group containing a sulfur atom double-bonded to two oxygen atoms and single-bonded to another oxygen atom, which in turn is bonded to a carbon atom. This -SO3H group is highly acidic and is a key feature of sulfonic acids.

Sulfonic acids are a class of organic compounds with the general formula R-SO3H, where R is an organic group. They are strong acids, often stronger than their corresponding carboxylic acids. The sulfur atom in the sulfonic acid group is in its highest possible oxidation state, +6. This high oxidation state contributes to the acidity and stability of the sulfonic acid group.

Sulfonic acids and their derivatives, such as sulfonates (salts or esters of sulfonic acids), find widespread applications. They are used as catalysts in organic synthesis, as detergents and emulsifying agents due to their hydrophilic nature, and in the production of dyes and pharmaceuticals. Some sulfonamides, which are derivatives where the hydroxyl group is replaced by an amino group, are important antibiotics. The term "sulfonowej" in Polish would be used when referring to these compounds or properties related to the sulfonic acid functional group in a Polish context.