Phenyl group

A phenyl group is referred to in the organic chemical to the benzene radical, that is, the atom group - C6H5. In complex chemical formulas, the phenyl group is sometimes, less often abbreviated Ph Ø or φ. Phenyls have a weak electron-donating effect (see mesomeric effect).

The phenyl group should not be confused with the benzyl ( - CH2Ph ​​), the benzoyl group (-C (O) Ph), or phenylene group ( -C6H4 - ).

Examples of compounds having phenyl groups such as biphenyl, benzoic acid or phenol.