Definition

A white, crystalline substance made from acetic acid, often used as a solvent in various chemical processes and applications.

Example

Acetamide is often used in organic synthesis due to its properties as a solvent.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of acetamide?

Yeah, I think it's used in some industrial applications, right?

Exactly! It's a solvent and sometimes used in making explosives.

That’s interesting! I didn’t know it had so many uses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Acetamide is formed from "acet-" (from Latin *acetum*, meaning vinegar) and "amide" (from Latin *amida*, meaning a compound derived from ammonia). The word refers to a compound derived from acetic acid, which is related to vinegar, and contains an amine group.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vinegar' ('acet-') as the source of acetamide, which is a compound related to it and contains an 'amine' group.

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