alkyne

[US]/ˈælkaɪn/
[UK]/ˈalkɪn/
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Translation

n.a type of unsaturated hydrocarbon containing at least one triple bond between carbon atoms

Phrases & Collocations

alkyne functional group

alkyne chemistry

terminal alkyne

alkyne synthesis

alkyne addition reaction

triple bond alkyne

alkyne derivatives

alkyne coupling reaction

acetylene alkyne

Example Sentences

alkynes are hydrocarbons containing at least one carbon-carbon triple bond.

the reactivity of alkynes is due to the presence of the triple bond.

alkynes are widely used in organic synthesis.

the triple bond in alkynes can undergo addition reactions.

alkynes are important intermediates in the production of polymers.

the terminal alkyne can be easily oxidized to a carboxylic acid.

alkynes are used in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

the study of alkynes is an important part of organic chemistry.

alkynes can be prepared by various methods, including dehydrohalogenation.

the structure of alkynes determines their physical and chemical properties.

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