Cyclodiolefine

/ˌsaɪ.kloʊ.ˌdaɪ.əʊˈlef.iːn/ noun

Definition

An alternate or British English spelling of cyclodiolefin, referring to polymeric materials from cyclic diene compounds.

Etymology

Variant spelling of cyclodiolefin, using the -ine ending common in British English and older chemical nomenclature for unsaturated compounds.

Kelly Says

This spelling variation shows how chemistry nomenclature differs between American and British English—like the difference between 'color' and 'colour'—and both terms refer to the same advanced plastic material.

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