cyanate
OCN anion compound
Cyanate is a chemical compound containing the cyanate ion—a negatively charged group with carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen atoms arranged in a chain.
Cyanates form salts with metals and appear in industrial chemistry: potassium cyanate, sodium cyanate.
The related adjective cyanic describes compounds containing cyanogen.
Not to be confused with cyanide, which is far more toxic.
Negatively charged ion
- esterAlkoxy-substituted acid derivative
- ligandMolecule that binds centrally
- nucleophileElectron-pair donating species
- electrophileElectron-pair acceptor species
nitrogen · oxygen · fulminate · azide · nitrile · amide · hydrolysis · decomposition
Capable of causing harm
- irritantSource of vexation
- corrosiveDestroys by chemical action
- sensitizerSubstance increasing response
- hazardousLikely to cause injury
volatile · allergenic · exposure · inhalation · safety · handling · MSDS · protective equipment
Not from living matter
- crystallineClear, ordered, brilliant
- aqueousPertaining to liquid solutions
- solubleAble to dissolve
- precipitateHeadlong and reckless
Versatile synthetic resin compound
- foamBubble-filled substance
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
- adhesiveMaterial that bonds objects
- resinViscous plant secretion
polymer · plastic · coating · sealant · elastomer · flame-retardant · manufacture · precursor
Cellular nutrient conversion
- therapeuticPromoting healing or wellness
- biologicalRelating to living organisms
anion
Negatively charged ion
- esterAlkoxy-substituted acid derivative
- ligandMolecule that binds centrally
- nucleophileElectron-pair donating species
electrophile · nitrogen · oxygen · fulminate · azide · nitrile · amide · hydrolysis · decomposition · ionic
toxic
Capable of causing harm
- irritantSource of vexation
- corrosiveDestroys by chemical action
- sensitizerSubstance increasing response
hazardous · volatile · allergenic · exposure · inhalation · safety · handling · MSDS · protective equipment · ventilation
inorganic
Not from living matter
- crystallineClear, ordered, brilliant
- aqueousPertaining to liquid solutions
- solubleAble to dissolve
polyurethane
Versatile synthetic resin compound
- foamBubble-filled substance
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
- adhesiveMaterial that bonds objects
resin · polymer · plastic · coating · sealant · elastomer · flame-retardant · manufacture · precursor · monomer
metabolism
Cellular nutrient conversion
- therapeuticPromoting healing or wellness
- biologicalRelating to living organisms