Lactam

//ˈlækˌtæm//

Word Type

Noun

The word "lactam" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

lactamase macrolactam spirolactam thiolactam β-lactam

Context

organic chemistry

Related Terms

alpha-lactam beta-lactam

Related Terms

alpha lactam amide amino acid analog beta lactam cyclic enol lactim lactone nitrogen tautomeric

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