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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

protonation

/ˌproʊtəˈneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does protonation mean?

noun

The process of adding a proton to a molecule or ion, or the state of having a proton added. In chemistry, protonation is a key concept in acid-base chemistry.

Example

"The protonation of ammonia in water results in the formation of ammonium hydroxide."

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