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Ketone

Verb / ˈki:təʊn / Another word for ketone — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A ketone is a type of organic compound that contains a carbonyl group bonded to two other carbon atoms.

Synonyms & similar words

carbonyl ketonic acetone aldehyde ketimine ketene ketonize keto oxo propanone pyruvate methylethylketone methylpropylketone dimethylketone diethylketone ethylmethylketone heptanone butanone cyclopentanone cyclohexanone

Example sentences

  1. The doctor diagnosed the patient with ketone bodies in their urine.
  2. She researched the properties of ketones for her chemistry project.
  3. The laboratory technician mixed the ketone with other chemicals to create a reaction.
  4. Ketones are commonly found in the human body during periods of fasting or low-carb diets.
  5. The chemical formula for a ketone typically includes a carbonyl group and two alkyl or aryl groups.

Quotes

  • I think I'm allergic to ketones. Every time I eat something low-carb I feel terrible. - Unknown
  • The ketone diet helped me lose weight and feel healthier. - Jane Doe
  • I never realized how important ketones were to organic chemistry until I took that class. - John Smith

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