Pinnick oxidation

English

Etymology

Named after H. W. Pinnick, who was involved in its development.

Noun

Pinnick oxidation (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry) A reaction by which aldehydes can be oxidized into their corresponding carboxylic acids using sodium chlorite under mild acidic conditions.
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