Bornyl

/ˈbɔrnɪl/ noun

Definition

A chemical group or radical derived from borneol, used in organic chemistry to modify or create new compounds.

Etymology

From borneol + -yl (suffix denoting a univalent radical or group in organic chemistry). Borneol itself comes from Borneo.

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Chemists use 'bornyl' as a building block—like LEGO bricks—attaching it to other molecules to create new drugs and materials!

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