Diazotizable

/daɪ.əˈzoʊ.taɪ.zə.bəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being converted into a diazo compound or diazonium salt through the diazotization process.

Etymology

From 'diazotize' + '-able' suffix (capable of). Standard adjectival formation describing compounds that can undergo diazotization.

Kelly Says

Only primary amines are truly diazotizable under standard conditions—this selectivity is gold for synthetic chemists because it lets them target specific functional groups without affecting others.

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