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Bond Angle

A bond angle is a geometrical angle between two bonds originating from the same central atom in a covalently bonded molecule, measured in degrees (o).
 

Bond angle definition

 

In other words, it is the angle between three atoms of which one is a central atom, and they are all held by covalent bonds.

Benzyne

Benzynes, also known as Arynes, are highly reactive intermediates formed in organic chemistry aromatic reactions. It is identified as containing a triple bond between two adjacent carbons of the benzene ring. One crucial difference separates Benzyne from Benzene...

Benzyl

A benzyl, abbreviated as Bn, refers to the phenylmethyl group (C6H5-CH2-), consisting of a benzene ring attached to a methylene (-CH2-) group.

 

What is a benzyl?