alkylating
/ˈælkəleɪtɪŋ/
adjective
- Describing a substance or process that adds an alkyl group to a molecule, often used in reference to certain chemotherapy drugs.
- The alkylating properties of the chemical make it useful for modifying organic compounds.
- Some alkylating drugs can cause side effects because they affect healthy cells too.
- Alkylating agents are used in cancer treatment to damage the DNA of fast-growing cells.