Crotyl

/ˈkroʊtɪl/ noun

Definition

A chemical radical or group derived from crotyl alcohol, used in organic chemistry and chemical nomenclature.

Etymology

From 'crotyl alcohol' + the chemical suffix '-yl,' indicating a univalent organic radical or substituent group.

Kelly Says

Crotyl is part of the hidden chemistry of flavor compounds—esters containing crotyl groups are responsible for some of the complex fruity and floral aromas you smell in wine and perfume!

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