Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Epoxides.
Epoxides - as a noun
Any of a class of organic compound, cyclic ethers, having a three-membered ring; they are prepared by the selective oxidation of alkenes or by ring-closure of halohydrins; used to make plastics
Any similar compound in which an ether linkage has been made across a larger ring
Example Sentences
"The reaction of alkenes with peracids produces epoxides."
"Some epoxides have been found to possess biological activity."
"The stability of epoxides depends on the substituents attached to the ring."
"Ring-opening of epoxides is a common transformation in organic chemistry."
"The synthesis of epoxides typically involves the use of peroxides."
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