Ethene
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɛθiːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ethene is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) Any alkene derived from ethylene.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) Any alkene derived from ethylene.
More Meanings
- (organic chemistry, IUPAC name) The organic chemical compound ethylene. The simplest alkene, a colorless gaseous (at room temperature and pressure) hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C₂H₄
Word Forms
- ethenes
Synonyms for ethene
Depending on context, synonyms include ethylene.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ethylene, ethine, ethyne, ethane, ethenone, ethyl.
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