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Carbamides

Definition:

Carbamides are a group of organic compounds that contain the carbonyl group (>C=O) attached to an amino group (NH2). They are considered derivatives of carbamic acid.

Common Uses:

• Carbamides are widely used in the pharmaceutical industry as starting materials for the synthesis of various drugs.
• They are also used as intermediates in the production of pesticides and herbicides.
• Some carbamides have properties that make them suitable for use as plasticizers or corrosion inhibitors.

Sample Sentences:

• The chemist synthesized a new carbamide derivative for testing its potential as an anti-cancer drug.
• Due to their stability, certain carbamides are employed as additives in the production of polymer materials.
• The farmer sprayed the crops with a carbamide-based pesticide to protect them from insect damage.

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