atsetüülitud
Atsetüülitud refers to a chemical modification where an acetyl group (CH3CO-) is added to a molecule. This process, known as acetylation, can occur in various chemical and biological contexts. In organic chemistry, acetylation is a common reaction used to protect functional groups or to alter the properties of a compound. For example, acetylation of alcohols yields esters, and acetylation of amines yields amides. These reactions are often carried out using acetylating agents such as acetic anhydride or acetyl chloride.
In biological systems, acetylation plays a crucial role in regulating the function of proteins and other biomolecules.
The term "atsetüülitud" specifically describes a molecule that has undergone this acetylation process. For example, "atsetüülitud