Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tetrahydrate
Noun
/ˌtɛtrəˈhaɪdreɪt/
Definition
A compound that contains four molecules of water for each molecule of the substance.
Examples
- Calcium sulfate tetrahydrate is commonly used in construction.
- In chemistry class, we learned about the properties of tetrahydrate compounds.
- Magnesium sulfate tetrahydrate is often used in medical solutions.
Meaning
Tetrahydrate refers to a specific type of hydrate where the chemical compound is associated with four water molecules.
Synonyms
- Four-water hydrate
- Hydrated compound (with four water molecules)
