metoksiryhmästä
The methoxy group, often abbreviated as MeO-, is a functional group in organic chemistry. It consists of an oxygen atom connected to a methyl group. The methyl group is a hydrocarbon substituent derived from methane, with the chemical formula -CH3. Therefore, the methoxy group has the chemical formula -OCH3.
This group is commonly found in organic compounds, particularly in ethers and esters. When attached to an
In biological systems, the methoxy group is present in various natural products and pharmaceuticals. For example,