disilene en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *dwóh₁ Proto-Indo-European *dwi- Proto-Hellenic *dwi- Ancient Greek δῐ- (dĭ-)bor. Latin di-bor. English di- English silene English disilene From di- + silene.
Meanings
- a molecule containing a silicon atom which forms a double bond to another silicon atom
- a silicon analog of alkenes containing at least one silicon-silicon double bond.
- a silicon analog of ethene, Si₂H₄ ( SiH₂=SiH₂ )
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| disilenes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |