Hemiaminal
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hemiaminal is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) Any organic compound having both an amino and a hydroxy functional group attached to the same carbon atom; they are synthesized by reacting ammonia or an amine with an aldehyde or ketone.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) Any organic compound having both an amino and a hydroxy functional group attached to the same carbon atom; they are synthesized by reacting ammonia or an amine with an aldehyde or ketone.
Word Forms
- hemiaminals
Synonyms for hemiaminal
Depending on context, synonyms include carbinolamine.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hydramine, hydroxyamino, aminal, hemiacetal, homoamino, aminoalcohol.
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