supermolecule
/ˈsupərˌmɑləkjuːl/
noun
- A large, complex molecule made up of many smaller molecules or atoms bonded together.
- Scientists are studying a supermolecule that could store hydrogen for clean energy.
- Each supermolecule in the crystal contains hundreds of carbon atoms arranged in a ring.
- The new material is built from a supermolecule that mimics natural spider silk.
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