Hydrocarbon suffix Crossword Clue

HomePublisherThomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate28 March 2024
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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Hydrocarbon suffix that was published at Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate crossword puzzle page.

Best Answer:
ENE

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's crossword clue "Hydrocarbon suffix" corresponds to the answer "ENE". Here is why this clue has this specific answer:

  1. Hydrocarbon: Hydrocarbons are organic compounds consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon atoms. They are the primary components of fossil fuels like oil and natural gas.
  2. Suffix: In linguistics, a suffix is an affix that is added to the end of a word to form a new word or to alter the grammatical function of the original word.
  3. ENE: The suffix "ENE" often denotes the presence of a double bond in a hydrocarbon molecule. In organic chemistry, this suffix indicates the presence of unsaturation in the carbon chain, typically in the form of a double bond between two carbon atoms.

Therefore, when the clue asks for a "Hydrocarbon suffix," the answer "ENE" fits perfectly as it specifically refers to the type of carbon compound suffix commonly used in hydrocarbons with double bonds. This connection helps crossword enthusiasts test their knowledge of organic chemistry terminology within the context of word puzzles.



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Definition of "ENE"

east-north-east.


 The Crossword clue "Hydrocarbon suffix" published 177 time/s & has 2 answer/s. 
CrosswordDateAnswer
Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate28 March 2024ENE
Wall Street Journal30 December 2023ENE
Crossword Champ Daily22 October 2023ENE
Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate7 September 2023ANE
Crossword Champ Pro25 February 2023ENE
Newsday.com15 November 2020ENE
Jonesin17 April 2018ANE
L.A. Times Daily25 June 2017ANE
The Washington Post25 June 2017ANE
New York Times26 August 2015ANE
Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate15 February 2015ANE
Jonesin Crosswords15 April 2010ANE
Universal22 September 2007ENE


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