noun
- A colorless, flammable hydrocarbon gas (C₄H₆) used in the manufacture of synthetic rubber and plastics.
Usage: chemistry; industrial
Examples
- Butadiene is a key raw material in the production of synthetic rubber for tires.
- The chemical industry produces millions of tons of butadiene annually.
- Butadiene polymerizes to form various elastomers used in automotive applications.
- The compound butadiene has a boiling point of approximately −5°C.
- Synthetic rubber made from butadiene offers excellent durability and flexibility.