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Ketene

Noun:

1. A highly reactive organic compound with the formula R2C=C=O, similar to ketones, that is formed by deprotonating certain ketones or by thermally decomposing acetic acid.

Example sentence: The chemist synthesized a ketene by heating the ketone with a strong base.

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2. A short-lived intermediate compound that is used in various organic synthesis reactions to create multiple carbon-carbon bonds.

Example sentence: The ketene acts as a reactive intermediate in the synthesis of carboxylic acids.

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3. A colorless gas that is the simplest member of the ketene family and is used in chemical research and as a starting material for the production of various chemicals.

Example sentence: The laboratory stored ketene in a gas cylinder for experimental purposes.

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Adjective:

4. (Local) Relating to or characteristic of the Ketene tribe, an indigenous group residing in the local area.

Example sentence: The museum displayed traditional Ketene artwork.

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5. (Popular) Describing something well-liked or favored by a large number of people.

Example sentence: The latest song by the popular artist became a ketene hit among music lovers.

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