vinylation

/ˌvaɪnɪˈleɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of treating or converting a compound into a vinyl derivative, typically through the action of a vinyl halide, such as vinyl chloride.

“The chemist studied the process of vinylation in organic compounds to understand its applications in the production of plastics.”

Synonyms

  • alkenylation
  • vinylization

Antonyms

  • de-vinylation
  • depolymerization