noun🔗ShareEpoxid, cyclischer EtherAny of a class of organic compound, cyclic ethers, having a three-membered ring; they are prepared by the selective oxidation of alkenes or by ring-closure of halohydrins; used to make plastics"The factory uses an epoxide to create a strong, durable coating for metal products, making them resistant to rust and scratches. "Die Fabrik verwendet ein Epoxid, um eine starke, haltbare Beschichtung für Metallprodukte herzustellen, die sie rost- und kratzfest macht.compoundmaterialsubstancechemistrytechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareEpoxidAny similar compound in which an ether linkage has been made across a larger ring"The scientist studied the epoxide ring structure in the new chemical compound. "Der Wissenschaftler untersuchte die Epoxidringstruktur in der neuen chemischen Verbindung.compoundchemistrysubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
