Silane
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈsʌɪleɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Silane is a noun meaning (inorganic chemistry) Monosilane (SiH₄).
Meaning
(inorganic chemistry) Monosilane (SiH₄).
More Meanings
- (organic chemistry) Any organic derivative of monosilane.
- (chemistry) Any of a group of silicon hydrides that are analogous to alkanes (the paraffin hydrocarbons); especially the parent compound SiH₄.
Word Forms
- silanes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include alkoxy, monosilane, hydrosilane, disilane, silanol, silazane.
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