amidocyanogen
|a-mi-do-cy-a-no-gen|
C2
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/əˌmaɪdoʊˈsaɪənədʒən/
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/əˌmaɪdəʊˈsaɪənədʒən/
hypothetical radical
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amidocyanogen' originates from the combination of 'amido-' referring to the presence of an amine group, and 'cyanogen,' a compound containing the cyano group.
Historical Evolution
'Amidocyanogen' was coined in the 19th century as chemists began to explore the properties of cyanamide and its derivatives.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a theoretical radical, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a hypothetical radical, NH2CN, derived from cyanamide.
Amidocyanogen is considered a radical in organic chemistry.
Last updated: 2025/07/14 15:06