Definition
decanes
noun
- Plural of decane; saturated hydrocarbons with ten carbon atoms and the general formula C₁₀H₂₂.
Usage: chemistry; technical
Examples
- Decanes are alkanes commonly found in petroleum products.
- The chemist analyzed various decanes to determine their boiling points.
- n-Decane is the most common isomer among the decanes.
- Decanes are used as solvents in industrial applications.
- The combustion of decanes produces carbon dioxide and water.