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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Any compound, of general formula R₂C=NNR₂, formally derived from an aldehyde or ketone by replacing the carbonyl group with =NNH₂ or derivative.

Etymology

May comes from hydr(o)- + azo- + (ket)one.

Related phrases

amide hydrazonehydrazide hydrazonegeneral formula

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