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Cyano Group

Description:

The cyano group is a chemical group consisting of a carbon atom triple-bonded to a nitrogen atom (CN). It is often represented as -C≡N and is commonly found in various organic compounds.

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Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Chemical Compound

Example Sentence: The cyano group in the molecule is responsible for its high reactivity.

Sense 2: Organic Chemistry

Example Sentence: The addition reaction of a cyano group to an aldehyde produces a cyanohydrin.

Sense 3: Pharmacology

Example Sentence: Drugs containing a cyano group often exhibit strong antibacterial properties.

Sense 4: Industrial Applications

Example Sentence: The cyano group is widely used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and adhesives.

Sense 5: Biochemistry

Example Sentence: The cyano group is an important functional group in certain amino acids, influencing their reactivity.