The acetaldehyde was used as a starting material in the synthesis.
acetal hydrolysis
Frequency:
50
%
The acetal hydrolysis reaction yielded the corresponding diol.
acetal group
Frequency:
45
%
The acetal group was selectively deprotected under mild conditions.
Idiomatic Expressions for acetal
Phrase: acetal eyes
Meaning: to have bloodshot or red eyes from lack of sleep or excessive drinking
Usage: After pulling an all-nighter studying, she had acetal eyes the next day.