What does "hydroxymethylfurfural" mean?

A heterocyclic compound, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde, that is formed during the thermal decomposition of some sugars, and has potential use as a biofuel

What is a synonym for "hydroxymethylfurfural"?

Common synonyms include: hydrofurfural.

Hydroxymethylfurfural

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A heterocyclic compound, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde, that is formed during the thermal decomposition of some sugars, and has potential use as a biofuel uncountable

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hydrofurfural

Etymology

From hydroxy + methyl + furfural.

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