Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alkylation
Noun
/alˈkɪleɪt/
Definition
Alkylation is the process of adding an alkyl group to a molecule.
Examples
- The alkylation of benzene with ethylene produces ethylbenzene.
- In the petroleum industry, alkylation is used to produce high-octane fuel components.
Meaning
It typically involves the transfer of an alkyl group from one molecule to another, which alters the chemical structure and properties of the original compound.
Synonyms
- Alkyl transfer
- Substitution
