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heptane Definition

hep·tane (hep′tān′)

noun

an alkane, CH, existing in several isomeric forms: the normal isomer is used in standard mixtures to test octane ratings

Etymology: hept(a)- + -ane

heptane Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • layer: The heptane layer was collected and analyzed by GC-MS.

Browse dictionary entries near heptane

  1. ‹ heptameter
  2. ‹ heptamerous
  3. ‹ heptahedron
  4. ‹ heptagon
  5. ‹ heptad
  6. ‹ heptachlor
  7. ‹ hepta-
  8. ‹ Hepplewhite
  9. ‹ Hephaestus
  10. ‹ hepcat
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