cuprate en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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- /ˈkjuːpɹeɪt/ (UK)
Etymology
From cupr- + -ate.
Meanings
- Any of several non-stoichiometric compounds, of general formula XYCuₘOₙ, many of which are superconductors.
- Any organocopper compound of general formula R₂Cu.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| cuprates | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
organocuprate · ruthenocuprate · tetrabromocuprate · cyanocuprate · nitratocuprate · mercurocuprate