alkene

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(al-kene) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. Any of the series of unsaturated hydrocarbons containing a double bond, including ethylene and propylene.

Example Sentence

The chemist explained that an alkene has at least one carbon-carbon double bond.

More Example Sentences

Alkenes are important in the manufacture of plastics and other chemicals.

Synonyms

olefin; ethylene; propylene

Antonyms

alkane; saturated hydrocarbon; paraffin

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