Definition

This term describes something that is connected to uranium, particularly when it has a lower valence than other compounds of uranium.

Example

The chemist studied the properties of uranous compounds in the laboratory.

Conversation

Did you know that the uranous compounds are less reactive than the uranic ones?

Really? I had no idea there were different types like that.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they can behave differently based on their valence.

Science is wild! I should read more about chemistry.

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Root Explanation

Uranous is derived from "uranium" (from the Latin "uranium", named after the planet Uranus, which comes from Greek "Ouranos", meaning sky or heaven) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or having the qualities of). The term "uranous" refers to compounds containing uranium in a lower oxidation state, thus relating to the qualities of uranium.

Memory Tip

Think of 'uranium' as relating to the 'sky' ('Ouranos') and remember that 'uranous' means having the qualities of uranium.

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