amylene
|am-y-lene|
C2
/ˈæmɪˌliːn/
hydrocarbon compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amylene' originates from the Greek word 'amylon', meaning 'starch', due to its derivation from starch sources.
Historical Evolution
'amylon' transformed into the French word 'amylène', and eventually became the modern English word 'amylene'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a compound derived from starch, but over time it evolved into its current meaning as a specific hydrocarbon.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a colorless, flammable liquid hydrocarbon, C5H10, used in organic synthesis.
Amylene is used in the production of synthetic rubber.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/15 13:21