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non-radical

non-radical

6.7
A chemical molecule that has no unpaired electrons and is less reactive
  • adjective
  • /nɒnˈrædɪkəl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : no radical
  • The antioxidant acts as a non-radical species, preventing chain reactions in the cell.

Examples

  • Scientists studied the reaction rates of non-radical molecules under different conditions.

  • A non-radical compound is generally more stable than a radical compound.

  • In organic chemistry, a non-radical compound is preferred for stability.

  • Why are non-radical species important in this context?

  • A non-radical compound typically does not react as aggressively as a radical compound.

  • In chemistry, non-radical species are crucial for maintaining the stability of reactions.

  • Researchers prefer to use non-radical molecules in experiments due to their predictable behavior.

Antonyms

radical
  • Specialized
9 8.1

A group of atoms that reacts quickly with other molecules

How Radical

radical
  • Specialized
9 8.1
non-radical
  • Specialized
6.7

Surface Forms

non-radical positive

Morphology

non-radical = radical (semi-transparent) = non + radical

Morphologically transparent as negation, but understanding requires domain-specific knowledge of the chemical sense of 'radical'.

Etymology

Non-radical is made from non- 'not' and radical from Latin radix 'root'; in chemistry a 'radical' is a small, very reactive part of a molecule, so a non-radical compound is 'not' that reactive part and is usually more stable.