butadiene

/ˌbyʊtəˈdiːɪn/ or /bjuːtɪˈdiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a colorless, flammable, unsaturated hydrocarbon with the chemical formula (CH2CHCHCH)2, used as a monomer in the production of synthetic rubber and plastics.

“The factory produces butadiene, which is then used to manufacture tires and other rubber products.”

Synonyms

  • monomer
  • unsaturated hydrocarbon

Antonyms

  • polymer
  • saturated hydrocarbon