Dinitril

/daɪˈnaɪtrɪl/ noun

Definition

A compound containing two nitrile groups (C≡N); an organic chemical with twin nitrogen-carbon triple bonds.

Etymology

From 'di-' (two) + 'nitrile' (a functional group containing C≡N). Systematic chemical nomenclature using numerical prefixes to indicate structure.

Kelly Says

Nitriles contain some of the strongest bonds in organic chemistry—a triple bond between carbon and nitrogen—so 'dinitrils' are chemically intense molecules with serious applications.

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