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Definition of Ethane

1. Noun. A colorless odorless alkane gas used as fuel.

Definition of Ethane

1. n. A gaseous hydrocarbon, C₂H₆, forming a constituent of ordinary illuminating gas. It is the second member of the paraffin series, and its most important derivatives are common alcohol, aldehyde, ether, and acetic acid. Called also dimethyl.

Definition of Ethane

1. a gaseous hydrocarbon [n -S]

Medical Definition of Ethane

1. A gaseous hydrocarbon, C2H6, forming a constituent of ordinary illuminating gas. It is the second member of the paraffin series, and its most important derivatives are common alcohol, aldehyde, ether, and acetic acid. Synonym: dimethyl. Origin: From Ether. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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