tetrazone

/tɛˈtrɔɪn/ or /tɛˈtrɑːzɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A region in a crystal where four molecules are arranged in a particular geometric pattern.

“The tetrazone in the crystal lattice is crucial for the material’s properties.”

2. chemistry

A type of molecular arrangement with four identical molecules.

“The researchers studied the tetrazone in the newly synthesized compound.”

Synonyms

  • quadruple
  • tetragonal

Antonyms

  • isolated
  • monomolecular