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carbons

  • plural
    of carbon.
    carbon
    noun
    a widely distributed element that forms organic compounds in combination with hydrogen, oxygen, etc., and that occurs in a pure state as diamond and graphite, and in an impure state as charcoal. C; 12.011; 6; (of diamond) 3.51 at 20°C; (of graphite) 2.26 at 20°C.

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More disordered carbons store ions more efficiently in their nanopores, and the team are hoping to use these results to design better supercapacitors.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 18, 2024

"The synthesis of quaternary carbons, however, is a long-standing challenge in the field of organic chemistry, typically requiring numerous steps and relying on harsh conditions or less accessible starting materials."

From Science Daily ● Apr. 5, 2024

Energy Information Administration, the global supply of crude oil, other liquid carbons, and biofuels is expected to meet global demand through 2050.

From Seattle Times ● May 5, 2023

A particular ceramide’s character depends on the size of its acyl tail, a portion of the molecule that can contain from 12 to more than 26 carbons.

From Science Magazine ● Mar. 15, 2023

His hands shaking, he opened his briefcase, rummaged among the crumpled onionskin carbons.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick