butylation

/bjuːtɪˈleɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the process of adding a butyl group to a compound

“The chemist performed a series of butylation reactions to synthesize the new compound.”

2. verb

to add a butyl group to a compound

“The researcher butylated the molecule to enhance its stability.”

3. noun

the state of being butylated

“The butylation of the polymer made it more resistant to chemicals.”

Synonyms

  • alkylation
  • substitution reaction

Antonyms

  • dealkylation