alkylation
|al-ky-la-tion|
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/ˌæl.kɪˈleɪ.ʃən/
introducing an alkyl group
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alkylation' originates from the word 'alkyl,' which is derived from the Arabic word 'al-qili,' meaning 'ashes of saltwort.'
Historical Evolution
'alkyl' changed from the Arabic word 'al-qili' and eventually became the modern English word 'alkylation.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the introduction of an alkyl group, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical reaction in which an alkyl group is introduced into a molecule.
The alkylation process is crucial in the production of high-octane gasoline.
Synonyms
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