pyrylium

/ˌpiːriˈliəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of cation, specifically a pyrylium cation, which is a positively charged organic ion.

“In the field of chemistry, researchers studied the properties of pyrylium compounds and their applications in materials science.”

2. adjective

Relating to or describing a pyrylium cation or its compounds.

“The pyrylium salts were found to have unique optical properties due to their aromatic ring structure.”

Synonyms

  • aromatic cation
  • pyrylene