nitrene
noun/ˈnaɪˌtɹiːn/ · /ˈnaɪˌtɹin/
Etymology Blend of nitro- + carbene.
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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any organic compound, the univalent nitrogen equivalent of a carbene, having general formula RN
- Derived terms
- nitrenoid
- Related terms
- azomethine ylide