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epoxide
This term is used exclusively within the domain of organic chemistry to describe a specific class of cyclic ethers. Because of the high ring strain associated with the three-membered ring structure, epoxides are significantly more reactive than open-chain ethers, making them valuable intermediates in chemical synthesis.
In a laboratory or industrial setting, the term is used with high precision to denote the structural geometry of the molecule. It is a technical term and does not have a metaphorical or casual application in general English.
Meanings
Examples
The reaction of an alkene with a peracid yields an epoxide.
We need to ensure the epoxide ring opens correctly during the synthesis.
The high ring strain makes the epoxide highly reactive toward nucleophiles.
Is this specific epoxide stable enough for long term storage?
The catalyst facilitates the conversion of the olefin into an epoxide.
I wonder if adding a base will accelerate the epoxide hydrolysis.
I wonder if adding a base will accelerate the epoxide hydrolysis.
Epoxide resins are widely used in high strength adhesives and coatings.
The enzyme specifically targets the epoxide group to detoxify the compound.