Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uranous
Adjective
/juˈreɪnəs/
Definition
Relating to or denoting compounds in which uranium has a lower oxidation state, specifically +4.
Examples
- The uranous compounds are often less stable than their uranic counterparts.
- In the laboratory, scientists often work with uranous acetate as a reagent.
- Uranous ions demonstrate distinct chemical behavior compared to uranic ions.
Meaning
Uranous is used to describe the presence of uranium in its +4 oxidation state, as opposed to uranic compounds where uranium is in the +6 state.
Synonyms
- Uranium(IV)
- Lower valent uranium
