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Which of the following options is the correct description of Acetylation?

Options

  1. AAcetylation is a chemical process in which an acetyl group (CH 3 CO - ) is added to a molecule, often used to
  2. BAcetylation is a reaction in which acetic acid is converted into acetic anhydride, a common reagent in organic
  3. CAcetylation is a method for converting alcohols into esters by reacting them with acetic acid in the presence
  4. DAcetylation is a process in which acetylene gas is used to replace hydrogen atoms in a molecule, typically in

Correct answer

A. Acetylation is a chemical process in which an acetyl group (CH 3 CO - ) is added to a molecule, often used to

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) Acetylation is a chemical process in which an acetyl group (CH 3 CO - ) is added to a molecule, often used to modify the properties of organic compounds.

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