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Acyl Anhydrides

Description:

Acyl anhydrides are organic compounds consisting of two acyl groups (-C(O)R) connected by an oxygen atom. They are commonly formed by the reaction of carboxylic acids with acid chlorides or acid anhydrides. Acyl anhydrides possess unique chemical properties and are widely utilized in various industrial processes and synthesis reactions.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

• The lab technician synthesized acyl anhydrides for the experiment.
• Some common acyl anhydrides include acetic anhydride and benzoyl anhydride.

Adjective:

• The acyl anhydride reaction is a crucial step in organic chemistry.
• We observed an acyl anhydride formation during the reaction.

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