Homologation

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any reaction that converts a compound into the next member of a homologous series, usually by lengthening a carbon chain countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    Official certification. countable, uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms
certification

Etymology

From homologate + -ation.

Related phrases

Arndt-Eistert homologationhomologous series

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