acyclic diene

chemical compound
Also known as: acyclic dialkene, acyclic diolefin

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characteristics

  • catalytic hydrogenation of alkenes by a rhodium complex
    In olefin

    …known as acyclic dialkenes, or acyclic dienes, with the general formula CnH2n-2, contain two double bonds; they undergo reactions similar to the monoolefins. The best-known dienes are butadiene and isoprene, used in the manufacture of synthetic rubber.

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