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malonyl

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[mal-uh-nil, -neel] / ˈmæl ə nɪl, -ˌnil /

adjective

Chemistry.

  1. containing the malonyl group.

Etymology

Origin of malonyl

First recorded in 1885–90; malon(ic) + -yl

Example Sentences

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The acetyl CoA is converted into malonyl CoA that is used to synthesize fatty acids.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

It liquefies at 7� C. It is an exceedingly reactive compound, combining with water to form malonic acid, with hydrogen chloride to form malonyl chloride, and with ammonia to form malonamide.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 3 "Capefigue" to "Carneades" by Various

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