benzylic

Relating to or characteristic of a benzyl group or a carbon atom adjacent to a benzene ring in organic chemistry.

• 🇪🇸Relativo al grupo bencilo o al átomo de carbono adyacente al anillo de benceno en química orgánica, o característico de ellos.

1. Relating to benzyl C2 formal scientific

   Describing a carbon atom or group that is attached to a benzene ring, specifically the position adjacent to the ring.

   • The benzylic position is particularly reactive in organic chemistry.
   • Benzylic oxidation is a common reaction in the synthesis of aromatic compounds.
   • The benzylic hydrogen atoms are easily abstracted in radical reactions.

   🇪🇸benclílico