triatomic

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triatomic Definition

  • 1consisting of three atoms
  • 2relating to a molecule consisting of three atoms

Using triatomic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "triatomic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Ozone is a triatomic molecule.

  • Example

    Carbon dioxide is not triatomic.

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Summary: triatomic in Brief

The term 'triatomic' [trahy-uh-tom-ik] describes a molecule consisting of three atoms or relating to such a molecule. It is used in scientific contexts to denote the number of atoms in a molecule, as in 'Ozone is a triatomic molecule.'