reakc

Reakc is a nonstandard abbreviation encountered in chemical literature to denote a chemical reaction. The form is commonly seen as an inline label or in tables and figure captions, particularly in Polish-language journals and older texts, where it serves to identify individual reactions within a study or scheme.

Etymology and usage context: the abbreviation appears to derive from the Polish word reakcja, meaning reaction. It is not part of formal international nomenclature, and its meaning can vary by publisher or document. In contemporary English-language publishing, markers such as reaction, rxn, or specific scheme labels are preferred, and reakc is rarely used outside Polish contexts.

Notational practice and interpretation: when reacht appears as something like “reakc 1” or “reakc. 2,” it functions as a numbering or labeling convention rather than a description of chemical mechanism. Because it is not universally standardized, readers should consult a glossary or the surrounding text to confirm which reaction is being referenced. Misinterpretation can occur if the abbreviation is taken as a descriptive term rather than a label.

See also: reaction, reaction notation, rxn, reakacja, chemistry nomenclature.