Aldolized

/ˈældəˌlaɪzd/ adjective

Definition

Having undergone an aldolization reaction; produced or formed through an aldol condensation.

Etymology

From aldolize (to undergo aldol condensation) plus -ed (past participle and adjective ending). A chemistry term describing the state of molecules after reaction.

Kelly Says

An aldolized compound is the product of molecular matchmaking—chemists can look at a molecule and say 'this was aldolized' the same way you can tell if two puzzle pieces fit together!

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