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Definition of Hexane

1. Noun. A colorless flammable liquid alkane derived from petroleum and used as a solvent.

Definition of Hexane

1. n. Any one of five hydrocarbons, C₆H₁₄, of the paraffin series. They are colorless, volatile liquids, and are so called because the molecule has six carbon atoms.

Definition of Hexane

1. a volatile liquid [n -S]

Medical Definition of Hexane

1. Any one of five hydrocarbons, C6H14, of the paraffin series. They are colourless, volatile liquids, and are so called because the molecule has six carbon atoms. Origin: Gr. Six. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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