Biuret
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Biuret is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) A compound with the chemical formula C₂H₅N₃O₂, found as an impurity in urea-based fertilizers.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) A compound with the chemical formula C₂H₅N₃O₂, found as an impurity in urea-based fertilizers.
More Meanings
- (organic chemistry) The compound formed by condensation of two molecules of urea with the loss of a molecule of ammonia, (NH₂-CO)₂NH or any of its derivatives.
Word Forms
- biurets
Synonyms for biuret
Depending on context, synonyms include carbamylurea.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bisurea, carbamylurea, urea, ureide, carbamide, alkylurea.
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