alcano

Definitions of alcano
  1. noun
    a series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2)
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    butano
    occurs in natural gas; used in the manufacture of rubber and fuels
    amina
    a compound derived from ammonia by replacing hydrogen atoms by univalent hydrocarbon radicals
    etano
    a colorless odorless alkane gas used as fuel
    metano
    a colorless odorless gas used as a fuel
    histamina
    amine formed from histidine that stimulates gastric secretions and dilates blood vessels; released by the human immune system during allergic reactions
    anilina
    oily poisonous liquid amine obtained from nitrobenzene and used to make dyes and plastics and medicines
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