cuprate
cuprate · cuprates
Any of several non-stoichiometric compounds, of general formula XYCuₘOₙ, many of which…Any of several non-stoichiometric compounds, of general formula XYCuₘOₙ, many of which are superconductors.
/ˈkjuːpɹeɪt/
Meaning
2 sensesAny of several non-stoichiometric compounds, of general formula XYCuₘOₙ, many of which are superconductors.
Any organocopper compound of general formula R₂Cu.
Origin
From cupr- + -ate.From cupr- + -ate.
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