Amidosuccinamic

/ˌæmɪdoʊsʌkˈsɪnæmɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or describing a chemical compound containing both an amide and a succinamic acid group.

Etymology

Compound of 'amido-' and 'succinamic' (from succinic acid, a natural compound found in living things). This rare technical term emerged in organic chemistry research.

Kelly Says

Succinic acid is actually a natural compound that your own body makes—it's part of the energy-generating cycle in your cells, so adding amide groups to it creates molecules researchers study for new medicines!

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