Ditertiary

/ˌdaɪˈtɜrʃəri/ adjective

Definition

In chemistry, describing a compound with two tertiary functional groups or carbon atoms.

Etymology

From 'di-' (two) and 'tertiary' (Latin 'tertiarius,' meaning third or third-class), a technical term combining these chemical classification prefixes.

Kelly Says

Ditertiary carbons are among the most stable carbon structures in organic chemistry—their stability makes them important in designing medicines that won't break down too quickly in the body!

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