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alkyne

[al-kahyn]

alkyne Definition

a hydrocarbon containing a triple bond between two carbon atoms.

Using alkyne: Examples

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

  • Example

    Ethyne (C2H2) is an alkyne.

  • Example

    Alkynes are used in organic synthesis to create complex molecules.

  • Example

    The simplest alkyne is ethyne, also known as acetylene.

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Summary: alkyne in Brief

An 'alkyne' [al-kahyn] is a hydrocarbon containing a triple bond between two carbon atoms. It is commonly used in organic synthesis to create complex molecules. The simplest alkyne is ethyne, also known as acetylene.