Epoxide

Name:
Epoxide
Detailed information:
An organic compound containing a reactive group resulting from the union of an oxygen atom with two other atoms (usually carbon) that are joined in some other way as indicated:

This group, commonly called “epoxy,” characterizes the epoxy resins. Epichlorohydrin and ethylene oxide are well-known epoxides. The compounds are also used in certain types of cellulose derivatives and fluorocarbons.