alkene
(al-kene)
2 syllables
Definition
noun. Any of the series of unsaturated hydrocarbons containing a double bond, including ethylene and propylene.
Example Sentence
The chemist explained that an alkene has at least one carbon-carbon double bond.
More Example Sentences
Alkenes are important in the manufacture of plastics and other chemicals.
Synonyms
olefin; ethylene; propylene
Antonyms
alkane; saturated hydrocarbon; paraffin