French translation of octahedral is 
octaédrique

Meaning of "octahedral" in English

The term "octahedral" is used to describe a geometric shape that has eight faces, typically referring to a polyhedron known as an octahedron. This shape is characterized by its eight equilateral triangular faces, six vertices, and twelve edges. In chemistry and crystallography, "octahedral" often describes molecular geometries or crystal lattice arrangements where six atoms or groups of atoms symmetrically surround a central atom, forming an octahedral complex. The symmetry and spatial arrangement in octahedral structures significantly impact the chemical properties and reactions of molecular compounds.

Meaning of "octaédrique" in French

The word "octaédrique" in French translates to "octahedral" in English and refers to a geometrical figure with eight faces. Similarly, in fields such as chemistry and crystallography, "octaédrique" describes the arrangement where six atoms or ligands are equidistantly distributed around a central atom, forming an octahedral structure. This configuration is significant in determining the symmetry and properties of various compounds and crystals. The octahedral shape is also foundational in mathematics and various scientific applications, where understanding such structures aids in the analysis of molecular and crystalline configurations.

Pronunciation of "octahedral" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˌɒk.təˈhiː.drəl].

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, "octahedral" is often pronounced as [ˌɑːk.təˈhiː.drəl], with a slight difference in vowel sounds compared to British English.

Pronunciation of "octaédrique" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ɔk.ta.e.dʁik].

Pronunciation Variations: Regional accents in France might induce subtle variations in pronunciation, particularly in the emphasis on syllables, yet the standard pronunciation remains relatively consistent across different regions.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The mineral displayed a perfect octahedral shape. (Le minéral affichait une forme octaédrique parfaite.)
2. Chemists study octahedral coordination in metal complexes. (Les chimistes étudient la coordination octaédrique dans les complexes métalliques.)
3. An octahedral molecule can have symmetrical properties. (Une molécule octaédrique peut avoir des propriétés symétriques.)
4. The crystal forms an octahedral lattice structure. (Le cristal forme une structure en treillis octaédrique.)
5. In geometry, an octahedral is a type of polyhedron. (En géométrie, un octaédrique est un type de polyèdre.)
6. The octahedral arrangement affects the compound's reactions. (L'arrangement octaédrique affecte les réactions du composé.)
7. They observed octahedral patterns in the mineral deposit. (Ils ont observé des motifs octaédriques dans le gisement minéral.)
8. Octahedral geometry is crucial in crystallography studies. (La géométrie octaédrique est cruciale dans les études de cristallographie.)
9. The diamond's octahedral facets reflected light beautifully. (Les facettes octaédriques du diamant reflétaient magnifiquement la lumière.)
10. Researchers are exploring new octahedral structures. (Les chercheurs explorent de nouvelles structures octaédriques.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "octahedral" in English

Synonyms: polyhedral, eight-faced, prismatic.

Antonyms: cubic, planar, linear.

Similar Words: tetrahedral, hexagonal, spherical.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "octaédrique" in French

Synonyms: polyédrique, à huit faces.

Antonyms: cubique, plan, linéaire.

Similar Words: tétraédrique, hexagonal, sphérique.

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