alkylate

[US]/ˈælkaɪleɪt/

[UK]/alˈkīˌlāt/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To form an alkylate by adding an alkyl group to a molecule, typically through chemical reactions.
n.An organic compound formed by the addition of an alkyl group to another molecule.

Phrases & Collocations

alkylate gasoline

alkylate feedstock

alkylate production

alkylated hydrocarbons

alkylate isomerization

high-octane alkylate

Example Sentences

the process of alkylating dna can be harmful to cells.

they used an alkylating agent to treat the cancer.

the alkylating agent caused significant damage to the dna.

this alkylating agent is highly specific to certain dna sequences.

alkylating agents are used in various industrial applications.

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