azoxybenzene

/ˌæzəkˈsiːbɛnzən/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, crystalline organic compound with the formula C6H5NO.

“Azoxybenzene is a compound used in organic synthesis.”

2. chemistry

A type of organic compound with the chemical formula C6H5NO.

“Azoxybenzene is used as a starting material in organic synthesis reactions.”

Synonyms

  • nitrogen-containing compound
  • nitroso compound

Antonyms

  • hydrocarbon
  • non-nitrogen-containing compound