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silane Meaning & Definition

/ˈsʌɪleɪn/

What Does Silane Mean?

As a noun, silane means Any of a group of silicon hydrides that are analogous to alkanes (the paraffin hydrocarbons); especially the parent compound SiH4. It can also mean Monosilane (SiH₄).

Quick Facts About Silane

Part of speech	noun
Pronunciation	//ˈsʌɪleɪn//
Syllables	1
Plural	silanes

Silane Definition (Noun)

Any of a group of silicon hydrides that are analogous to alkanes (the paraffin hydrocarbons); especially the parent compound SiH4.
Monosilane (SiH₄).
Any organic derivative of monosilane.

Synonyms of Silane

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Antonyms of Silane

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Silane in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

silane (plural silanes)

Words That Rhyme With Silane

tolane scillain melain elain

Origin of Silane

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