Alkene
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ælˈkʰin/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Alkene is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) An unsaturated, aliphatic hydrocarbon with one or more carbon–carbon double bonds.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) An unsaturated, aliphatic hydrocarbon with one or more carbon–carbon double bonds.
Word Forms
- alkenes
Synonyms for alkene
Depending on context, synonyms include olefin, olefine.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include olefin, olefine, monoalkene, alkyne, alkane, alkylene.
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