ScienceJuly 16, 2026
electride
/ɪˈlɛktraɪd/
Definition
An ionic compound in which electrons, rather than typical anions, occupy lattice sites to act as the negatively charged component.
Etymology
The term is a portmanteau formed from the English word 'electron' and the chemical suffix '-ide', used to denote a negatively charged ion.
In the news
The article uses electride to describe a class of materials that share similar electron-donating properties with the newly developed surface electrenes, serving as a performance benchmark for the new catalyst.
Ru/BaSiN2:O: an air-stable catalyst powered by floating electrons
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