methylene
/ˈmɛθɪliːn
/noun [as modifier] Chemistry
Of or denoting the divalent radical or group —CH2—, derived from methane by loss of two hydrogen atoms: methylene chloride...
- Your body changes some inhaled methylene chloride to carbon monoxide.
- The formation of conjugated dienes occurs when free radicals attack the hydrogens of methylene groups separating double bonds and leading to a rearrangement of the bonds.
- Paint and other materials that are not soluble in degreasing solvents may require the use of methylene chloride, alkaline cleaners, or special proprietary compounds.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from French méthylène (formed irregularly from Greek methu 'wine' + hulē 'wood') + -ene.
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