naphthene

English

Etymology

naphtha +‎ -ene

Noun

naphthene (plural naphthenes)

  1. (organic chemistry) Any cycloalkane (or alkyl derivative).

Translations

Usage notes
  • Used principally in the petrochemical industry
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