squalane

noun

squalane

noun

/ˈskweɪleɪn/ · /ˈskwɑːleɪn/

Etymology From squalene + -ane.

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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences A saturated triterpene hydrocarbon made by hydrogenating squalene; used in cosmetics etc.

Synonyms
perhydrosqualene

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