thiophene (Meaning)

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thiophene (n.)

A sulphur hydrocarbon, C4H4S, analogous to furfuran and benzene, and acting as the base of a large number of substances which closely resemble the corresponding aromatic derivatives.

Synonyms & Antonyms of thiophene

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thiophene Sentence Examples

  1. Thiophene is an aromatic heterocycle with a five-membered ring containing one sulfur atom.
  2. Thiophene is a volatile, colorless liquid with a distinct odor.
  3. Thiophene is found naturally in crude oil and coal tar.
  4. Thiophene can be used as a building block for the synthesis of various organic compounds.
  5. Thiophene is used as a solvent in the paint and rubber industries.
  6. Thiophene is also used as a precursor to the production of dyes and pharmaceuticals.
  7. The presence of thiophene in gasoline can lead to engine deposits and corrosion.
  8. Thiophene is removed from gasoline through a process called hydrodesulfurization.
  9. Thiophene-based polymers have been investigated for their potential applications in electronic devices.
  10. Thiophene derivatives have shown promising biological activity, including antitumor and antibacterial properties.

FAQs About the word thiophene

A sulphur hydrocarbon, C4H4S, analogous to furfuran and benzene, and acting as the base of a large number of substances which closely resemble the corresponding

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Thiophene is an aromatic heterocycle with a five-membered ring containing one sulfur atom.

Thiophene is a volatile, colorless liquid with a distinct odor.

Thiophene is found naturally in crude oil and coal tar.

Thiophene can be used as a building block for the synthesis of various organic compounds.