acylation
nounfemininetécnico/ɐsilɐˈsɐ̃w̃/rare
a·ci·la·ção
Definition
Technical term in organic chemistry for the introduction of an acyl group into a molecule. Not a common word in general European Portuguese.
Specialized technical term.
Acylation is a fundamental reaction in organic synthesis.
The mechanism of acylation was studied in detail.
Etymology
Derivação do termo químico 'acil', do latim 'acyl', com o sufixo '-ação'.