trisilane
/traɪˈsɪleɪn/Definitions
1. noun
A hydrocarbon with three silicon and hydrogen atoms in its molecular structure.
“The chemist studied the properties of various trisilanes to understand their potential applications.”
2. chemistry
A type of organosilicon compound, denoted by the suffix ‘-silane’ in its chemical name.
“The new trisilane was added to the list of compounds being researched in the lab.”
3. noun
In organic chemistry, a trisilane is a type of organosilicon compound with three silicon atoms.
“The trisilane was identified as a key component in the production process of silicone materials.”