Methyl

Definition of Methyl

Methyl is a chemical compound that is found in many substances, including gasoline and solvents.

How should Methyl divide into syllables

The first syllable 'meth' has a short 'e' vowel sound and the second syllable 'yl' has a short 'i' vowel sound. The 'm', 't', and 'h' are consonants.

Part of Speech - Methyl

The scientist added a drop of methyl to the mixture.

Sentences with Methyl

• The mechanic added a small amount of methyl to the gasoline to improve its performance.
• The scientist studied the effects of different concentrations of methyl on plant growth.
• Methyl is often used as a solvent in industrial processes.
• The lab technician handled the methyl with caution due to its toxicity.
• The chemist synthesized a new methyl compound in the lab.

Quotes with Methyl

• 'The methyl group is a chemical group derived from methane, consisting of three hydrogen atoms and a carbon atom.' - Roald Hoffmann
• 'The methyl red test is used to distinguish between acidic and alkaline solutions.' - Anonymous
• 'Methyl is a common prefix used in organic chemistry to describe a molecule that contains a single carbon atom linked to three hydrogen atoms.' - Anonymous

Number of characters in Methyl

6 ( m, e, t, h, y, l )

Unique letters in Methyl

6 ( m, e, t, h, y, l )

Methyl Backwards

lyhtem

Phonetic Transcription of Methyl

IPA (International): ˈmeθʌl

ARA (American): ˈmɛθʌl

EPA (English): ˈmeθʌl

MEH-THAH-L