What does methyl mean?
A methyl group is a functional group derived from methane, consisting of one carbon atom bonded to three hydrogen atoms. It is often used in organic chemistry to denote a methyl group attached to a larger molecule.
Example
"The chemist added a methyl group to the compound to enhance its reactivity."
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