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diketone

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[dahy-kee-tohn] / daɪˈki toʊn /

noun

Chemistry.
  1. a compound containing two C=O groups, as CH 3 COCOCH 3 .


Etymology

Origin of diketone

First recorded in 1895–1900; di- 1 + ketone


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Under sun radiation exposure, 6PPD converts to 6PPD-quinone, what is called a diketone, or a molecule made up of two ketone groups.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 20, 2024

While others in the field have attempted to break tire materials down using high heat, through a process known as pyrolysis, 6PPD is stubborn and the diketone molecules remain in the oil left behind.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 20, 2024

One major source for these diketone molecules is the tires themselves.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 20, 2024

If the oil is used in fuel or other materials, the diketone molecules go along for the ride, which is a problem.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 20, 2024

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