acid chloride

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

this is made when the hydroxyl group of an organic compound with the formula RCOCl is replaced by a chlorine atom

Part of speech:

Noun

Plural: plural: acid chlorides

Example sentences with this word:

Acid chlorides are highly reactive.

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