adíció

Adíció is a term that can refer to several concepts, primarily in the fields of chemistry and linguistics. In chemistry, adíció describes a type of addition reaction where two or more molecules combine to form a larger molecule. This process often involves the breaking of a double or triple bond in one of the reacting molecules and the formation of new single bonds. A common example is the addition of hydrogen to an alkene to form an alkane, a process known as hydrogenation. Other addition reactions include halogenation, hydrohalogenation, and hydration.

In linguistics, adíció can refer to the addition of sounds, syllables, or words in a language. This can occur in various ways, such as adding a prefix or suffix to a word, or the natural insertion of sounds during speech for ease of pronunciation. For instance, the word "n't" in English is an adíció to a verb, forming a contraction. The term can also be used more broadly to describe the accumulation or joining of elements, whether physical or conceptual. The specific context is crucial for understanding which meaning of adíció is intended.