Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fural

noun

/ˈfjʊərəl/

Definition

Examples

Fural is often used in the production of bioplastics.
The fural compound can be derived from agricultural byproducts.
Researchers are studying the efficiency of using fural in renewable energy sources.

Meaning

Fural refers to a class of organic compounds that are derivatives of furan, a five-membered ring containing four carbon atoms and one oxygen atom. In particular, it commonly refers to a chemical compound known as furfural, which is used in various industrial applications, including as a solvent and in the production of plastics and resins.