hydrocarbon
What is another word for hydrocarbon? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A chemical compound made up of only carbon and hydrogen atoms.
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How to use hydrocarbon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
saturated hydrocarbon
aromatic hydrocarbon
hydrocarbon chain
liquid hydrocarbon
It is a technical term from organic chemistry, though it is common in general writing about fuels.
Etymology
The word is formed from the prefix hydro- and the word carbon, which fits a compound built from hydrogen and carbon.
Full origin of hydrocarbon →Frequently asked questions
What is a hydrocarbon?
A hydrocarbon is a compound that contains only carbon and hydrogen atoms.
What are examples of hydrocarbons?
Alkanes, alkenes, alkynes and arenes are all kinds of hydrocarbon.
Is a hydrocarbon an organic compound?
Yes, the word is used in organic chemistry for compounds of carbon and hydrogen only.
