diatomic

See also: diatòmic

English

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  • (UK) IPA(key): /daɪəˈtɒmɪk/
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Etymology 1

    From di- +‎ atomic.

    Adjective

    diatomic (not comparable)

    1. (chemistry, of a molecule etc.) Consisting of two atoms.
      Coordinate terms: monatomic, triatomic, tetratomic
      diatomic molecule;   diatomic element
    Derived terms
    Translations

    See also

    diatomic elemental allotropes
    types of diatomic molecule

    Noun

    diatomic (plural diatomics)

    1. (chemistry) A diatomic molecule or other species.
      Coordinate terms: monatomic, triatomic, tetratomic

    Etymology 2

      From diatom +‎ -ic.

      Adjective

      diatomic (not comparable)

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