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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hexane

/hɛkseɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does hexane mean?

noun

A colorless, flammable liquid hydrocarbon with a characteristic odor, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of various chemicals. It is a component of petroleum and is also found in some natural gas deposits.

Example

"The chemist used hexane to extract the essential oils from the plant."

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