diazo reaction
"Diazo reactions" are important in both organic chemistry for synthesizing azo compounds and in medical diagnostics for detecting specific conditions.
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Definition
C2Organic Chemistry
(technical, academic)A chemical process that results in the formation of an azo compound.
Example
- The synthesis of many dyes involves a diazo reaction.
C2Medical Diagnostics
(technical, clinical)A test where a diazonium salt reacts with a sample to produce a color change, used to identify certain medical conditions.
Example
- The diazo reaction can indicate the presence of bilirubin in urine, aiding in the diagnosis of liver conditions.