Meaning of the word hydrocarbon in English
What does hydrocarbon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hydrocarbon
US /ˌhaɪ.droʊˈkɑːr.bən/
UK /ˌhaɪ.drəʊˈkɑː.bən/
Noun
any of a class of organic chemical compounds composed only of hydrogen and carbon, such as methane, ethylene, acetylene, and benzene. They occur naturally in petroleum, natural gas, coal, and bitumen.
Example:
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Methane is a simple hydrocarbon.
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Fossil fuels are rich in various hydrocarbons.