KetonesDefinition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ketones) In chemistry, a ketone (alkanone) is an organic compound with the structure RC(=O)R', where R and R' can be a variety of carbon-containing substituents. Ketones feature a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to two other carbon atoms. (Wikipedia) Preferred Units: N/A Scope Note: N/A This term is used for the following terms: N/A Approved Date 18-Oct-2012 Click here to give feedback on this term or suggest an update. |