POLYENE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Polyene.
Polyene - as a noun
An organic compound containing several double bonds, especially one containing a sequence of many alternating single and double bonds
Example Sentences
"The absorption spectra of polyenes can be tuned by altering the length of the conjugated system."
"The most well-known polyene is retinal, which is responsible for vision in humans."
"Some polyene antibiotics, like amphotericin B, are used to treat fungal infections."
"Some examples of polyenes are amphotericin B and nystatin."
"The synthesis of polyenes often involves the use of cross-coupling reactions."
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Is POLYENE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, polyene is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POLYENE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is POLYENE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, polyene is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOLYENE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
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Yes, polyene is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOLYENE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.