aphyls

/ˈælfɪlz/
noun
  1. Plural form of alphyl; multiple chemical radicals derived from alcohols.
    • The lab synthesized several aphyls for use in pharmaceutical research.
    • Different aphyls can change the properties of a chemical compound.
    • The table listed various aphyls and their molecular weights.
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