isoxime

/ˈaɪsɒksaɪm/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound containing an oxime group; used in the synthesis of other compounds.

“The chemist used isoxime in the lab to create a new compound.”

2. chemistry

A class of compounds formed from aldehydes or ketones and hydroxylamine.

“The research team studied the properties of isoximes and their applications in pharmaceuticals.”

Synonyms

  • hydroxylamine derivative
  • oxime compound

Antonyms

  • hydroxylamine inhibitor
  • oxo compound