carbonmonolayer
nounUK /ˈkɑːbən ˈmɒnəʊˌleɪə/
US /ˈkɑːrbən ˈmɑːnoʊˌleɪər/
A carbonmonolayer is a super-thin sheet made of just one layer of carbon atoms.
Scientists studied the carbonmonolayer to see how it conducts electricity.
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2. A theoretical single-atom-thick carbon structure used in materials modeling.
The simulation predicted a stable carbonmonolayer with unusual electronic properties.
3. A coating consisting of a one-atom-thick carbon film applied to a surface.
The carbonmonolayer coating protected the metal from oxidation.
4. A monolayer of carbon-based molecules adsorbed on a substrate.
The carbonmonolayer formed on the catalyst surface during the reaction.