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Lactams.
Lactams - as a noun
Any of a class of cyclic amides that are the nitrogen analogs of lactones, formed by heating amino acids; the tautomeric enol forms are known as lactims.
Example Sentences
"Beta-lactams are a subgroup of lactams that have a beta-lactam ring in their structure."
"Pharmaceutical companies often synthesize lactams for the development of new drugs."
"The synthesis of lactams is a topic of interest in organic chemistry."
"The cyclic structure of lactams provides stability to the compounds."
"Some lactams exhibit biological activity and can act as enzyme inhibitors."
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Yes, lactams is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LACTAMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
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Valid WordLACTAMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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