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diazonium

[ dahy-uh-zoh-nee-uhm ]

adjective

, Chemistry.
  1. of or derived from a diazonium compound.


diazonium

/ ˌdaɪəˈzəʊnɪəm /

noun

  1. modifier of, consisting of, or containing the group, Ar-N:N-, where Ar is an aryl group

    a diazonium compound

    diazonium group or radical



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Word History and Origins

Origin of diazonium1

1890–95; diaz- + -onium, as in ammonium

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Word History and Origins

Origin of diazonium1

C19: diazo + ( amm ) onium

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Example Sentences

These iso-diazotates are formed much more readily when the aromatic nucleus in the diazonium salt contains negative radicals.

Nitrous acid converts them, in acid solution, into diazonium salts.

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diazomethanediazonium compound