borohydride

/ˌboʊrəˈhaɪˌdraɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound that contains the borohydride ion BH4-, often used as a reducing agent in organic chemistry.

“The borohydride was used to reduce the carbonyl group in the organic molecule.”

2. chemistry

A chemical compound that contains the borohydride ion BH4-.

“The borohydride was synthesized by reacting sodium borohydride with the acid.”

Synonyms

  • chemical compound
  • reducing agent

Antonyms

  • acid
  • oxidizing agent