trifluoromethyltrimethylsilane en · NOUN
Etymology
From trifluoromethyl + trimethylsilane.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A fluorinated organosilicon reagent used in organic chemistry to transfer a trifluoromethyl group (–CF₃) onto other molecules, especially in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fluorinated compounds. It acts as a stable source of reactive CF₃ units during chemical reactions.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMSCF₃ | Abbr=Yes | lexicographic |