Protonation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009614",
  "term": "Protonation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The addition of a proton (H+) to an atom, molecule, or ion, resulting in the formation of a conjugate acid. This process increases the positive charge or decreases the negative charge of the species. Protonation is a fundamental acid-base reaction, influencing the reactivity and properties of many chemical compounds.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "hydronation"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2022, 94, 353. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 488 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2018-1010)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/protonation/"
}