decane (Meaning)

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decane (n.)

A liquid hydrocarbon, C10H22, of the paraffin series, including several isomeric modifications.

Synonyms & Antonyms of decane

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

decane Sentence Examples

  1. Decane is a straight-chain alkane hydrocarbon with ten carbon atoms.
  2. The boiling point of decane is approximately 174 degrees Celsius.
  3. Decane is often used as a standard in gas chromatography.
  4. The chemical formula of decane is C10H22.
  5. In industry, decane serves as a solvent for various organic compounds.
  6. Decane is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.
  7. Researchers are exploring the potential of decane as a fuel additive.
  8. Decane can undergo combustion reactions to produce carbon dioxide and water vapor.
  9. The purity of decane is crucial in many laboratory experiments.
  10. One of the isomers of decane is 2,3-dimethylpentane.

FAQs About the word decane

A liquid hydrocarbon, C10H22, of the paraffin series, including several isomeric modifications.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Decane is a straight-chain alkane hydrocarbon with ten carbon atoms.

The boiling point of decane is approximately 174 degrees Celsius.

Decane is often used as a standard in gas chromatography.

The chemical formula of decane is C10H22.