nitro compound

noun

1. any one of a class of usually organic compounds that contain the monovalent group -NO 2 ( nitro group or radical ), linked to a carbon atom. The commonest example is nitrobenzene, C 6 H 5 NO 2

Example Sentences

This nitro compound crystallizes in flattened needles of a light yellow color.

From Project Gutenberg

Fluorescein is readily nitrated, yielding a di- or tetra-nitro compound according to conditions.

From Project Gutenberg

Hydrogen is evolved, and by its action the nitro-compound is converted into aniline.

From Project Gutenberg