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trigonal

[trig-uh-nl] / ˈtrɪg ə nl /




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In typical alkenes, the carbons adopt a trigonal planar geometry, creating a flat structure around the double bond.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 23, 2026

They believed the reason trigonal chloride electrolytes can achieve low ionic conductivity is based on the variation of metal ion arrangements within the structure.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2023

In trigonal bipyramidal arrangements, repulsion is minimized when every lone pair is in an equatorial position.

From Textbooks ● Feb. 14, 2019

These properties relate to its structure, which consists of layers of carbon atoms, with each atom surrounded by three other carbon atoms in a trigonal planar arrangement.

From Textbooks ● Feb. 14, 2019

Wings trigonal, forming a nearly horizontal angle with the body when the insect is at rest.

From Zoological Illustrations, Volume II or Original Figures and Descriptions of New, Rare, or Interesting Animals by William Swainson


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