neohexane

noun

neo·​hexane

¦nē(ˌ)ō+

: a volatile flammable liquid hydrocarbon (CH₃)₃CC₂H₅ that is usually made from isobutane and ethylene and is used in aviation fuel and other special fuels for increasing power; 2,2-dimethyl-butane

Word History

Etymology

ne- + hexane

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