N–methylethanamide
An amide is a carbonyl–containing organic molecule in which the carbonyl carbon is bonded to a nitrogen
atom.
The active ingredient of most mosquito repellents is an amide whose chemical name is N,N–diethyl–m–toluamide.
Urea, is the first organic compound synthesized in the laboratory, is a diamide. Urea is used as a fertilizer and is used in the
manufacture of drugs and hypnotics.
Nylon rope
Amides are of great importance in biochemistry. The linkages that join individual amino acids together to form proteins are primarily amide linkages. Amides like libocaine, prilocaine and bupivacine are used for all types of local anesthesia.
Silk and wool are two naturally occurring polyamide. Nylons are synthetic polyamides with properties similar to those of silk used to fabricate articles of clothing.
Kevlar bullet proof vest
Kevlar is another polyamide with a multitude of potential uses. Kevlar has high temperature resistance and low thermal conductivity. It has a very high tensile strength, doesn't shrink in the wash and it is flame, chemical and cutting resistant. Kevlar is five times as strong as steel by weight.
Kelvar is used in the preparation of adhesives, sealants, bullet proof vests, anti–mine boots, transmission belts, hoses for vehicles and in structural parts of aircraft, space shuttles and boats. It is used in Communication and data transmission cables. Kelvar is a replacement for asbestos in brake pads and clutch linings.
Industrial uses of acetamide:
In the past, acetamide was used as a plasticizer and as a stabilizer. Molten acetamide was frequently used as a solvent in
chemical synthesis. It also acts as a solubilizer. Its mere addition renders many sparingly soluble compounds more soluble in
water.