Metalation

Pronunciation: /ˈmitəˈɫætˈaɪˌɑn/

Metalation (noun)

  1. A chemical process where a metal atom or ion is added to a substance, often to change its properties.
  2. A process that forms a metal layer on a surface, usually to protect it or improve its appearance.

Examples

  • Metalation adds metal to the molecule during the reaction.
  • The lab studies chemical metal adding using metalation steps.