Adamantane
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌædəˈmænteɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Adamantane is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) A polycyclic hydrocarbon, C₁₀H₁₆, having a cagelike structure similar to a portion of the diamond lattice; any of its derivatives.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) A polycyclic hydrocarbon, C₁₀H₁₆, having a cagelike structure similar to a portion of the diamond lattice; any of its derivatives.
Word Forms
- adamantanes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include azaadamantane, adamantone, cyclohexamantane, hydroxyadamantane, adamantanyl, diamondoid.
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