disilicane

/ˌdɪsɪˈlɪkɪn, -ˈsɪlɪ-/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of organic compound containing silicon and carbon atoms.

“The researcher studied the properties of disilicane in the presence of various catalysts.”

2. verb

To remove or separate silicon from a compound.

“The chemist disilanated the silicon dioxide to obtain pure silicon.”

Synonyms

  • disilane
  • silicon compound

Antonyms

  • silicate
  • silicon oxide