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benzoyl group

n. the univalent radical derived from benzoic acid [syn: benzoyl radical]

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Benzoyl group

In organic chemistry, benzoyl is the functional group with the formula CHCO-.

The term "benzoyl" should not be confused with benzyl, which has the formula CHCH. The benzoyl group is given the symbol "Bz". Benzyl is commonly abbreviated "Bn".