Dehydrogenation

Dehydrogenation is a chemical process where hydrogen atoms are removed from a molecule. Think of it as taking away hydrogen pieces from a compound, often to help transform it into a more useful or desirable form. This process is commonly used in the production of fuels, plastics, and chemicals, making them more reactive or easier to process. It involves heating or catalytic reactions to efficiently strip hydrogen atoms, enabling the creation of substances with specific characteristics or improved performance in various industries.