Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ol
Chemical Compound
/ɒl/
Definition
A type of chemical compound derived from olefins, often used in organic chemistry.
Examples
- Butanol is an example of a simple ol, commonly used as a solvent.
- In organic chemistry, we often study various ols to understand their properties.
Meaning
In organic compounds, ‘ol’ indicates the presence of a hydroxyl group (-OH), making it an alcohol.
Synonyms
- Alcohol
- Hydroxyl compound
- Olefin derivative
