Moiety

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Moiety

Moiety (/moi-ety/, from the French moitié, meaning "half") is a term used in various fields, including chemistry, biology, anthropology, and pharmacology. In a general sense, it refers to one of two equal parts or, in a broader context, one of several parts of a whole.

Etymology

The term moiety originates from the Middle French word moitié, which translates to "half". It was first used in English in the 15th century.

In Chemistry

In chemistry, a moiety is a specific group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for certain characteristic properties of that molecule. For example, the hydroxyl moiety (-OH) in alcohols is responsible for their ability to form hydrogen bonds.

In Biology

In biology, a moiety can refer to a part of a larger molecule. For example, in a DNA molecule, each nucleotide is a moiety.

In Anthropology

In anthropology, a moiety is a social group that is divided into two subgroups, or moieties, each of which performs specific functions within the society.

In Pharmacology

In pharmacology, a moiety refers to a part of a molecule which is typically responsible for its biological activity. For example, the acetaminophen moiety of a prodrug may be responsible for its analgesic activity.

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