Definition: A nitrile is an organic compound containing the -C≡N functional group.
-C≡N is also known as a nitrile functional group.
Nitrile compounds commonly contain the prefix cyano- in their names.
-C≡N is also known as a nitrile functional group.
Nitrile compounds commonly contain the prefix cyano- in their names.
Examples:
Hydrogen cyanide is a nitrile compound.
