Metathesis (Noun)
Meaning 1
A chemical reaction between two compounds in which parts of each are interchanged to form two new compounds (AB+CD=AD+CB).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Olefin metathesis is an important process for creating complex organic molecules in laboratories and industries.
- The application of metathesis reaction in organic synthesis has opened up new avenues for researchers in the development of complex compounds.
- This reaction, often denoted AB + CD → AD + CB, exemplifies a classic metathesis where components of the reacting molecules are rearranged to form new ones.
- Due to the versatility and efficiency of the metathesis reaction, its use has become widespread across multiple disciplines.
- Metathesis is a valuable tool for creating high-performance polymers through the efficient synthesis of novel monomers.
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Meaning 2
A linguistic process of transposition of sounds or syllables within a word or words within a sentence.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.