aminoacetonitrile (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌæmi.noʊˌæsɪtəˈnɪtraɪl/
Definition
A nitrile compound containing an amino group, used as an intermediate in the production of certain chemicals and drugs.
Examples
Aminoacetonitrile is a key intermediate in the synthesis of the antibiotic amoxicillin.
The reaction of aminoacetonitrile with hydrochloric acid produces a valuable intermediate for the manufacture of certain pesticides.
How to Use aminoacetonitrile
- synthesis of aminoacetonitrile (noun phrase)
- production of aminoacetonitrile — "The synthesis of aminoacetonitrile is a complex process involving multiple steps."
- aminoacetonitrile derivative (noun phrase)
- compound containing aminoacetonitrile — "The aminoacetonitrile derivative exhibited potent antibacterial activity."
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