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halogenation

/ˌhæləˈɡɪneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does halogenation mean?

noun

The process of introducing a halogen into a compound or molecule, often used in organic chemistry to modify the properties of a substance.

Example

"The chemist used halogenation to create a new compound with unique optical properties."

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