Deatsetüülimine
Deatsetüülimine refers to the process of removing acetyl groups from a molecule. This chemical reaction is a deacetylation, which is the opposite of acetylation, where an acetyl group is added. Deacetylation can occur through various chemical or enzymatic methods. In organic chemistry, it is often achieved using basic or acidic hydrolysis. For example, strong bases like sodium hydroxide can cleave the ester or amide bond linking the acetyl group to the main molecule, releasing the acetyl group and the deprotected compound. Similarly, strong acids can catalyze the hydrolysis of these bonds.
Enzymatic deacetylation is also a crucial biological process. Enzymes known as deacetylases catalyze the removal of