Imides
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do not confuse with IMINES or AMIDES |
Imides Categories.
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Imidoesters - Esters of the hypothetical imidic acids. They react with amines or amino acids to form amidines and are therefore used to modify protein structures and as cross-linking agents. |
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Succinimides - A subclass of IMIDES with the general structure of pyrrolidinedione. They are prepared by the distillation of ammonium succinate. They are sweet-tasting compounds that are used as chemical intermediates and plant growth stimulants. |
Imides Definitions and Terms
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