Reformatsky reactions

A form of Reformatsky reaction — An organic reaction which condenses aldehydes (or ketones) with α-halo esters, using a metallic zinc to form β-hydroxy-esters.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Reformatsky reaction
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