Meaning Of The Word Pentane

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Pentane Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Pentane?

pentane in American English
any of three known isomeric, colorless alkanes, C5H12, occurring in petroleum, etc.: used as a solvent, in low-temperature thermometers, etc.
noun: a hydrocarbon of the methane series, existing in three liquid isomeric forms

pentane in British English
noun: an alkane hydrocarbon having three isomers, esp the isomer with a straight chain of carbon atoms (n-pentane) which is a colourless flammable liquid used as a solvent. Formula: C5 H12

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