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graphene

Pronunciation: /ˈgrafiːn/
Definition of graphene

noun

[mass noun]
  • a form of carbon consisting of planar sheets which are one atom thick, with the atoms arranged in a honeycomb-shaped lattice.

Origin:

1980s: blend of graphite and -ene (sense 2)

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