CEFR C1

amidification

noun

Meaning

A chemical reaction where an amide is formed from an acid and an amine, often used in the production of polymers and pharmaceuticals.

Examples

The researchers studied the amidification of fatty acids to create new biodegradable materials.
Amidification is a key step in the synthesis of many drugs, including antibiotics and painkillers.

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amidification (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæmɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definition

A chemical reaction where an amide is formed from an acid and an amine, often used in the production of polymers and pharmaceuticals.

Examples

The researchers studied the amidification of fatty acids to create new biodegradable materials.
Amidification is a key step in the synthesis of many drugs, including antibiotics and painkillers.

How to Use amidification

amidification reaction (noun phrase): a chemical reaction that involves amidification — "The amidification reaction was studied in detail."
amidification process (noun phrase): a series of steps that involve amidification — "The company developed a new amidification process."

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