Decylene

/ˈdɛsɪˌliːn/ noun

Definition

An organic compound with ten carbon atoms and one double bond between carbons, belonging to the alkene family.

Etymology

From decyl + -ene (suffix indicating a hydrocarbon with a double bond). Follows standard chemical nomenclature for unsaturated organic compounds.

Kelly Says

Decylene is used in making plastics and polymers—the double bond makes it super reactive, which is why chemists love using it to build bigger molecules!

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