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Definition of Pentyl

1. n. The hypothetical radical, C₅H₁₁, of pentane and certain of its derivatives. Same as Amyl.

Definition of Pentyl

1. Noun. (organic chemistry) Either of several isomeric univalent hydrocarbon radicals, C₅H₁₁, formally derived from pentane by the loss of a proton. ¹

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Definition of Pentyl

1. amyl [n -S] - See also: amyl

Medical Definition of Pentyl

1. The hypothetical radical, C5H11, of pentane and certain of its derivatives. Same as Amyl. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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