Styrene
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstaɪriːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Styrene is a noun meaning (chemistry) An aromatic hydrocarbon; a colourless, oily liquid, used in the manufacture of polymers such as polystyrene.
Meaning
(chemistry) An aromatic hydrocarbon; a colourless, oily liquid, used in the manufacture of polymers such as polystyrene.
Example Sentences
He combined styrene with isobutylene, a volatile liquid, under pressure.
Word Forms
- styrenes
Synonyms for styrene
Depending on context, synonyms include monovinylbenzene, VB, vinylbenzene, cinnamene.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cinnamene, vinylbenzene, methacrylate, isoprene, butadiene, ethylene.
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