What is another word for elimination reaction?
Pronunciation: [ɪlˌɪmɪnˈe͡ɪʃən ɹɪˈakʃən] (IPA) 
Elimination reaction is a term used in organic chemistry. It refers to a type of reaction where a molecule loses atoms or groups from two adjacent atoms. Synonyms for elimination reaction include dehydrogenation, decarboxylation, and dehalogenation. Dehydrogenation occurs when hydrogen is removed from a molecule, typically through the use of a catalyst. Decarboxylation involves the removal of a carboxyl group from a molecule. Dehalogenation is the process of removing a halogen group from a molecule. These synonyms are used interchangeably with elimination reaction to describe different types of chemical reactions that involve the removal of atoms or groups from a molecule.
