What Does Thio Mean?

The prefix thio-, when applied to a chemical, such as an ion, means that an oxygen atom in the compound has been replaced by a sulfur atom. This term is often used in organic chemistry.

What does the name thio mean?

thio- a combining form meaning “sulfur,” used in chemical nomenclature in the names of compounds in which part or all of the oxygen atoms have been replaced by sulfur; often used to designate sulfur analogues of oxygen compounds.

How do you spell thio?

adjective Chemistry. containing sulfur, especially in place of oxygen.

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