trivalent /tri·va·lent/ (tri-va´lent) having a valence of three.
trivalent
tri·va·lent (tr -v  l nt)adj. Having valence 3. tri·va lence, tri·valen·cy n. |
trivalent
[trīvā′lənt]
Etymology: Gk, treis + L, valere, to be worth
1 pertaining to an atom or group of atoms with the capability of bonding with or replacing three monovalent elements.
2 designating a vaccine that can prevent diseases or conditions.
trivalent
having a valence of three.
trivalent phenylorganic arsenicals
includes the pharmaceuticals thiacetarsamide, arsphencomplexamine. See also organic arsenical.
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