What is another word for periselectivity?
Pronunciation: [pˌɛɹɪsɪlɪktˈɪvɪti] (IPA) 
Periselectivity is a term used to describe the selectivity of a chemical reaction towards one particular product. Alternative synonyms for periselectivity include reaction specificity, product specificity, or site selectivity. These terms describe the ability of a chemical reaction to produce a specific product, while avoiding the formation of unwanted by-products or impurities. Stereochemistry, regiochemistry, and chemoselectivity are additional synonyms for periselectivity that describe specific types of selectivity. Stereochemistry refers to the selective formation of an isomer, while regiochemistry describes the formation of a desired regioisomer. Chemoselectivity refers to the selectivity of a reaction to produce a specific chemical group or functional group.
