Dioxide

Compounds containing two oxygen atoms per molecule.

Dioxide is a chemical term referring to compounds containing two oxygen atoms per molecule. It's often used in the context of oxides, particularly carbon dioxide and silicon dioxide.

/ˈdaɪ.ɒkˌsaɪd/

The term 'dioxide' is derived from 'di-' meaning two, and 'oxide,' referring to compounds containing oxygen.

Dioxide means a substance has two oxygen atoms in each molecule, like carbon dioxide which we breathe out.

What does 'dioxide' mean? It means a compound with two oxygen atoms per molecule
What is an example of a dioxide? Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a common example
Is water a dioxide? No, water (H2O) has only one oxygen atom

oxide

chemical compound oxide

carbon dioxide silicon dioxide

chemical formula

chemical compound