Addition Reaction (Noun)
Meaning
A chemical reaction in which one molecule is added to another.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The addition reaction between the alkene and hydrogen molecule resulted in the formation of an alkane.
- The chemist carefully monitored the addition reaction to ensure that the reactants combined in the correct ratio.
- The addition reaction was a crucial step in the synthesis of the complex organic compound.
- In the presence of a catalyst, the addition reaction proceeded rapidly and efficiently.
- The product of the addition reaction was a saturated compound with no remaining double bonds.