Vocabulary Entry

isocyanate

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noun

A compound containing the isocyanate group (-N=C=O), used in the production of polyurethanes and other polymers.

Example Sentences

"The worker handled the isocyanate with extreme caution to avoid exposure."

"Isocyanates are often used in the manufacturing of foam and coatings."

"Chemists studied the properties of isocyanate to improve industrial applications."