Tetrahedro-
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-011904
A prefix used in inorganic nomenclature to indicate a cluster of four atoms, typically of the same element, arranged in a tetrahedral geometry. This prefix specifies the spatial arrangement of atoms within a molecular entity. For example, a tetrahedro-tetraphosphorus molecule consists of four phosphorus atoms forming a tetrahedron.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-011904 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry |
| References | Blue Book, p. 465 (https://www.acdlabs.com/iupac/nomenclature/); Red Book, 3rd ed., p. 245 |
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