ethene

/ˈiːθiːniː/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, highly volatile, gaseous hydrocarbon with the formula C2H4.

“The chemist analyzed the properties of ethene and its various applications.”

2. chemistry

A chemical compound consisting of two hydrogen atoms and one carbon atom, with the formula C2H4.

“The laboratory synthesized ethene to study its chemical properties.”

Synonyms

  • ethylene

Antonyms

  • diene