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noun
chemistry A series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule).
synonym: chain.
is a specific kind of: building block, unit.
is a broader term that covers: closed chain, ring | long-chain molecule, long chain | open chain.
is a part of: molecule.
domain category: chemical science, chemistry.
derivation: catenate, catenulate.
Dutch: aaneenrijging, aaneenschakeling, keten, opeenvolging
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