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tetravalent

/ˌtetrəˈveɪlənt/ /tɛˈtrævələnt/

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adjective

四价的，正四价的

Having an atomic valence of 4.

Examples :

"Carbon is a tetravalent element, meaning it can form four chemical bonds with other atoms, which is why it's the basis for so many different molecules. "

碳是一种四价的元素，这意味着它可以与其他原子形成四个化学键，这也是为什么它是如此多种不同分子的基础。

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adjective

四价的

Having a vaccine valence of 4.

Examples :

"The clinic offers a tetravalent flu shot, protecting against four different strains of the influenza virus. "

这家诊所提供四价流感疫苗，可以预防四种不同的流感病毒株。