acetoamide (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌæsɪtəˈmɪd/
Definition
A white crystalline solid with the chemical formula CH3CONH2, used as an intermediate in the production of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
Examples
Acetoamide is a key intermediate in the synthesis of several important drugs.
The company produces acetoamide on a large scale for use in the manufacture of pesticides.
How to Use acetoamide
- production of acetoamide (noun phrase)
- the process of manufacturing acetoamide — "The company has improved the production of acetoamide through the use of new technology."
- use of acetoamide (noun phrase)
- the application of acetoamide in various industries — "The use of acetoamide in the production of pharmaceuticals has increased significantly in recent years."
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