diazonium

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. any univalent cation, of general formula R-N₂⁺; diazonium salts are used to manufacture azo dyes, and take part in the Sandmeyer reaction

Word forms

diazonium diazoniums

Etymology

Blend of diazo + ammonium.

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