Alkyne (Noun)
Meaning
A colorless flammable gas used chiefly in welding and in organic synthesis.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Acetylene is a type of alkyne used as a fuel and a building block for other organic compounds in various industrial processes.
- The alkyne was carefully handled by the welder due to its highly flammable nature and potential to ignite in the presence of oxygen.
- In the laboratory, the chemist worked with a specific alkyne to synthesize a new compound with unique properties.
- The mixture of alkynes and other gases was used to create a high-temperature flame for welding and cutting metal.
- The discovery of new alkynes has opened up possibilities for the development of novel materials and pharmaceuticals through organic synthesis.