A chemical compound where a benzene ring is bonded to a carbon with three fluorine atoms, used in pharmaceuticals and as a specialty solvent.
From 'benzo-' (benzene) + 'trifluoride' (three fluorine atoms; from 'tri-' three, plus 'fluoride'). Named in the 20th century as fluorine chemistry developed; fluorine-containing compounds became increasingly important in medicine and industry.
Benzotrifluoride is often called the 'CF3 group' in chemistry, and fluorine atoms are like the secret ingredient that pharmaceutical companies love because they make drugs more stable in the body and less likely to break down too quickly—it's found in many modern medicines you probably take.
Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.