noun
- plural of protonation; chemical processes in which protons (hydrogen ions) are added to molecules or ions
Usage: chemistry; technical
Examples
- The researcher studied multiple protonations occurring in the acidic solution.
- Protonations of amino acids affect protein structure and function.
- The lab report documented several protonations during the titration experiment.
- Understanding protonations is essential for predicting molecular behavior in different pH conditions.
- The enzyme’s activity depends on specific protonations of its active site residues.