"Hofmann rearrangement" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Hofmann rearrangements [plural]
Etymology: Named after its discoverer, August Wilhelm von Hofmann. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Hofmann rearrangement (plural Hofmann rearrangements)
  1. (chemistry) The organic reaction of a primary amide to a primary amine with one carbon atom less. It involves oxidation of the nitrogen followed by rearrangement of the carbonyl and nitrogen to give an isocyanate intermediate. Categories (topical): Chemistry Synonyms: Hofmann degradation Related terms: Hofmann elimination
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