Home > Term: acetilene
acetilene
C2H2 A colorless, highly flammable gas that is explosive when compressed; the simplest compound containing a triple bond; used in organic synthesis and as a welding fuel. Also known as ethyne.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Chemistry
- Category: Organic chemistry
- Company: McGraw-Hill
0
Creator
- MonicaZenari
-
(V.I.P) 19934 points - 100% positive feedback
(Quaderni, Verona, Italy)
