ALKANE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2)

Synonyms

Paraffin, Alkane series, Methane series, Paraffin series, Alkane

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "alkane" was borrowed from German Alkan.

🔗 Related Words

alkyl – A related word in the same word family.

ane – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Related words show how one ancient root could spawn dozens of modern meanings.

➡️ Words that Start with AL

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Words that End with NE ⬅️

Arcanine Brionne Cacturne Carnivine Cubone Dedenne Kricketune Linoone Lunatone Magnezone Mamoswine Mantine