hexane

noun

hexane

noun

/ˈhɛkseɪn/

Etymology From hex- + -ane.

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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any of five isomeric aliphatic hydrocarbons, C₆H₁₄. They are colorless, volatile liquids.

Derived terms
cyclohexane, esaprazole, hexafluronium, hexanal, hexanediamide, hexanediol, hexanoic, hexyl, isohexane, methylcyclohexanone, n-hexane

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