Benzoylating

/ˈbɛnzoʊleɪtɪŋ/ adjective

Definition

Performing or undergoing benzoylation; describing a reagent or process that adds benzoyl groups to molecules.

Etymology

Present participle of 'benzoylate'. The '-ing' ending marks the ongoing reaction or process.

Kelly Says

A 'benzoylating agent' is a chemical tool—it's like a molecular stamp—and one classic example is benzoyl chloride, which is so reactive that chemists can use it to selectively mark and transform specific molecules in a complex mixture.

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