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  • Understanding CH3: The Methyl Group in Chemistry
    CH3 by itself is not a complete molecule, it's a methyl group.

    It's a common functional group in organic chemistry. It's often found attached to other molecules.

    Here are some examples of molecules containing a methyl group:

    * Methane (CH4): A single carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms.

    * Methanol (CH3OH): A methyl group attached to a hydroxyl group (-OH).

    * Ethane (CH3CH3): Two methyl groups attached to each other.

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