double bond
Definitions
A covalent bond in which two electron pairs (instead of the usual one) are shared between two atoms; most common between carbon atoms and carbon, oxygen or nitrogen atoms, but several other forms are known.
Equivalents
DeutschDoppelbindung
日本語二重結合
5 more languages
Danskdobbeltbinding
Suomikaksoissidos
Gaeilgenasc dúbailte
Nederlandsdubbele binding
Svenskadubbelbindning
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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