Dibromoacetaldehyde

/daɪˌbroʊmoʊˈæsɪtælɪhaɪd/ noun

Definition

A specific chemical compound with two bromine atoms attached to an acetaldehyde molecule, used in organic synthesis and research.

Etymology

From di- (two) + bromo (relating to bromine) + acetaldehyde (acetic + aldehyde). This compound name follows systematic IUPAC nomenclature developed in the 20th century.

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