Carbyne
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɑɹ.bɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Carbyne is a noun meaning The trivalent radical R-C⋮ or any of its hydrocarbyl derivatives.
Meaning
The trivalent radical R-C⋮ or any of its hydrocarbyl derivatives.
More Meanings
- The linear carbon allotrope, composed of alternating (1) triple and single bonds [ ...–C≡C–C≡C–... ] or (2) double bonds [ ...=C=C=C=... ].
- Linear acetylenic carbon, a form of the linear carbon allotrope consisting of the form with alternating single- and triple-bonded carbons [ ...–C≡C–C≡C–... ].
Word Forms
- carbynes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include carbyl, hydrocarbyl, carbene, hydrocarbylene, hydrocarbylidene, carbylamine.
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