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Hydrazo Radical

Description:

A hydrazo radical refers to an unstable chemical species derived from hydrazine by the removal of one hydrogen atom. Hydrazo radicals generally contain a nitrogen-nitrogen double bond and exhibit reactivity due to the presence of an unpaired electron.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Chemical Compound

In organic chemistry, a hydrazo radical usually refers to a reactive intermediate with the general formula R-N=N., where R represents an organic group.

Example Sentence:

The hydrazo radical played a vital role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of the pharmaceutical compound.

Sense 2: Free Radical

A hydrazo radical can also be defined as a free radical formed by the homolytic cleavage of a hydrazine molecule, possessing an unpaired electron and high reactivity.

Example Sentence:

The presence of the hydrazo radical led to a chain reaction with other molecules, resulting in the formation of new compounds.

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