Definition of Boranes

1. Noun. (plural of borane) ¹

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Definition of Boranes

1. borane [n] - See also: borane

Medical Definition of Boranes

1. The collective name for the boron hydrides, which are analogous to the alkanes and silanes. Numerous boranes are known. Some have high calorific values and are used in high-energy fuels. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Boranes

borage family
borages
boragewort
borageworts
boraginaceous
boragineous
borak
boraks
boral
borals
boralsilite
boramez
boranamine
boranamines
borane
boranes (current term)
boranyl
boranylidene
boranylidenes
boras
borate
borated
borates
boratian
borating
boration
boratoan
boratrane
borax
borax bead test

Literary usage of Boranes

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Niosh Manual of Analytical Methods: Sampling and Analytical Methods for edited by Peter M. Eller (1994)
"Avoid borosilicate glassware during sample preparation to prevent boron contamination of samples. Higher boranes (eg ..."

2. Mineral Tolerance of Animals by National Research Council (U. S.) (2005)
"The boron hydrides (boranes), which are highly toxic, can be absorbed by the lungs (NRC, 1980). Inhaled borates also can be absorbed by the lung but are ..."

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