Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dioxide
Noun
/daɪˈɒksaɪd/
Definition
A compound consisting of two oxygen atoms bonded to another element.
Examples
- Carbon dioxide is produced when we breathe out.
- Many soft drinks contain carbon dioxide to give them fizz.
Meaning
Dioxide refers to a chemical compound that has two oxygen atoms in its molecular structure, typically bonded to one atom of another element.
Synonyms
- Oxide
- Binary oxide
