cycloreversion

English

Etymology

From cyclo- +‎ reversion.

Noun

cycloreversion (plural cycloreversions)

1. (chemistry) The reversal of any cycloaddition reaction; cycloelimination

Usage notes

The term cycloelimination is preferred to the synonyms "cycloreversion", "retro-addition", and "retrocycloaddition".

Derived terms

• photocycloreversion