happokatalyysin
Happokatalyysi, often translated as acid catalysis, is a chemical reaction where the rate of a reaction is increased by the presence of an acid. The acid acts as a catalyst, meaning it participates in the reaction mechanism but is regenerated at the end of the process, so it is not consumed. In acid catalysis, the acid typically donates a proton (H+) to one of the reactants, making it more reactive. This protonation can activate a functional group, making it more susceptible to nucleophilic attack or facilitating bond cleavage.
The mechanism of acid catalysis often involves the formation of a reactive intermediate. For example, in the
A common characteristic of acid-catalyzed reactions is their reversibility. Many acid-catalyzed reactions are equilibrium processes, and