English
Etymology
From di- + valent.
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /daɪˈveɪlənt/
Adjective
divalent (not comparable)
- (chemistry) Having an atomic valence of 2.
- (medicine) Having a vaccine valence of 2.
Derived terms
Noun
divalent (plural divalents)
- (chemistry) Any divalent substance.
See also