How Do You Spell DESAMIDIZE?

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈamɪdˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

Desamidize (/diːsæmɪdaɪz/) is a technical term used in chemistry to describe the process of removing an amide group from a chemical compound. The pronunciation of the word can be broken down into phonetic transcription as d-EE-s-æ-m-i-d-a-y-z. The stress is on the second syllable, with the "z" sound at the end. The "a" sound is pronounced as "æ" in the IPA, which represents the short "a" sound like in "cat." This spelling provides a clear understanding of the word's pronunciation and helps prevent confusion.

DESAMIDIZE Meaning and Definition

1. Desamidize is a verb that refers to the process of removing or converting an amide group from a chemical compound, particularly from an organic substance. The term is primarily used in the field of chemistry.

   Amides are a functional group consisting of a carbonyl group (a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom) connected to a nitrogen atom. They are commonly found in various organic compounds, such as proteins, peptides, and drugs.

   Desamidization involves the removal of this amide group from the molecule, either by hydrolysis (reaction with water) or by other chemical reactions. The process can be achieved through the use of an appropriate catalyst, such as an enzyme or a specific reagent.

   Desamidization can significantly alter the properties and behavior of the compound. It may influence the molecule's solubility, reactivity, stability, or bioavailability. By removing the amide group, the resulting compound may exhibit different characteristics compared to its precursor.

   The term "desamidize" is often used in the context of research and development, particularly in drug discovery and synthetic chemistry. It is a specialized technique employed to modify or optimize the properties of organic molecules for various applications.

2. Deamidize, to decompose amino-acids.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for DESAMIDIZE

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Etymology of DESAMIDIZE

The word "desamidize" is a verb derived from the combination of the prefix "de-" and the root word "amidize".

The prefix "de-" in English often signifies "removal" or "undoing", while the root "amidize" is derived from the noun "amide". An amide is a compound that contains a carbonyl group (C=O) attached to a nitrogen atom (N) via a single bond. Amidization refers to the process of introducing an amide group in a molecule or converting other functional groups into amides.

Therefore, "desamidize" describes reversing or removing the amide group from a molecule or undoing the process of amidization.

Similar spelling words for DESAMIDIZE

• desmitis,
• dismutase,
• desmodus,
• decimates,
• Descemet’s,
• Descemet's,
• disamidize,
• Disomatous,
• desmids,
• desmidiaceae,
• desamidase,
• Desmoids,
• docimodus,
• dezymotize.