atsetoksüülrühmaks
The atsetoksüülrühmaks, also known as the acetoxy group, is a functional group in organic chemistry. It is characterized by the formula RCOO-CH3, where R represents a carbon-containing substituent. This group is derived from acetic acid, hence the "acetoxy" prefix, and is considered an ester derivative.
The acetoxy group plays a significant role in various chemical reactions and biological processes. In organic
In pharmaceuticals, the acetoxy group is present in the structure of many drugs. For example, aspirin (acetylsalicylic
The presence of an acetoxy group can also affect the physical properties of a molecule, such as