verb as in strong fondness

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alkylation, esterification, acylation

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Example Sentences

Example:The alkylation of the molecule produced a more hydrophobic product.

Definition:The addition of an alkyl group to a compound.

From alkylation

Example:Esterification of the alcohol with a carboxylic acid formed the desired ester.

Definition:A chemical reaction in which an organic compound replaces one of the hydroxyl groups in an acid with an alkyl group.

From esterification

Example:Acylation of the amine produced an amide, which was more stable.

Definition:The addition of an acyl group to a compound.

From acylation