1. removing hydrogen atoms from a molecule or compound, typically in a chemical reaction
Usage: chemistry; present participle of dehydrogenate

Examples

• The catalyst is dehydrogenating the alkane to produce an alkene.
• Dehydrogenating ethane yields ethylene in the industrial process.
• The enzyme is dehydrogenating the substrate as part of cellular respiration.
• High temperatures favor dehydrogenating reactions in petroleum refining.
• Scientists are studying dehydrogenating pathways to improve fuel cell efficiency.