What is another word for sulfonate?
Pronunciation: [sˈʌlfənˌe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Sulfonate is a term used in organic chemistry to refer to a sulfur atom that has a double bond to an oxygen atom and a single bond to a carbon atom. A few synonyms for sulfonate include sulfonic acid, sulfonamide, sulfonyl, sulfonic, and sulfenamide. Other related terms that can be used as synonyms for sulfonate include sulfonate esters, sulfonate compounds, and sulfonated molecules. These terms are often used interchangeably in organic chemistry to describe different chemical structures and reactions. Sulfonates are important compounds used in a wide variety of applications, including pharmaceuticals, detergents, and agrochemicals.
