Sulfone
Sulfone
Sulfone (pronunciation: /ˈsʌlfoʊn/) is a chemical compound that contains the functional group with the structure R-S(=O)_2-R', where R and R' are organic groups. The group is also known as sulfonyl.
Etymology
The term "sulfone" originates from the chemical element sulfur, which is a key component of the compound, combined with the suffix "-one" which is often used in organic chemistry to denote a specific type of compound.
Related Terms
- Sulfonyl Chloride: A compound related to sulfones, where one of the oxygen atoms is replaced by a chlorine atom.
- Sulfonamide: A class of compounds that contain the sulfonamide functional group, similar to the sulfone group.
- Sulfoxide: A compound related to sulfones, where one of the oxygen atoms is replaced by a sulfur atom.
Usage
Sulfones are used in various applications in medical, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. They are used as solvents, high-temperature lubricants, and in the synthesis of a variety of pharmaceutical drugs.
Medical Significance
In medicine, sulfones are used in the treatment of a variety of diseases. For example, Dapsone is a sulfone drug used in the treatment of Leprosy and Dermatitis Herpetiformis.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sulfone
- Wikipedia's article - Sulfone
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