pyracene

/paɪˈreɪniːn, paɪˈreɪnɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) consisting of four fused benzene rings.

“The scientists studied the pyrene and pyranene compounds to understand their effects on the environment.”

Synonyms

  • benzene derivative
  • polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon

Antonyms

  • aliphatic compound