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styrene

Pronunciation: /ˈstʌɪriːn/

Definition of styrene

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry

an unsaturated liquid hydrocarbon obtained as a petroleum by-product. It is easily polymerized and is used to make plastics and resins.
- Chemical formula: C₆H₅CHCH₂