triazane

/traɪˈæzən/

Definitions

1. noun

A heterocyclic compound with three nitrogen atoms, typically used as an intermediate in organic synthesis.

“The chemist synthesized a triazane compound to create a new pharmaceutical.”

2. chemistry

A type of compound containing a triazole ring system.

“The researchers studied the properties of triazanes in organic chemistry.”

Synonyms

  • heterocyclic compound
  • nitrogen-containing compound

Antonyms

  • aliphatic compound
  • aromatic compound