BTAC

BTAC

BTAC (pronounced B-T-A-C), also known as Benzyltriethylammonium chloride, is a type of quaternary ammonium compound used in various scientific and medical applications.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈbiːˈtiːˈeɪˈsiː/

Etymology

The term BTAC is an acronym derived from the chemical compound's full name, Benzyltriethylammonium chloride. The name itself describes the chemical structure of the compound, with "Benzyl" referring to the benzyl group, "triethylammonium" indicating the presence of a triethylammonium ion, and "chloride" denoting the presence of a chloride ion.

Usage

BTAC is commonly used as a phase-transfer catalyst in various chemical reactions. In the medical field, it is used in the synthesis of certain pharmaceuticals and in research.

Related Terms

• Quaternary ammonium compound
• Phase-transfer catalyst
• Benzyl group
• Triethylammonium ion
• Chloride ion

See Also

• Chemical compound
• Chemical reaction
• Pharmaceutical synthesis

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on BTAC
• Wikipedia's article - BTAC

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