Chem. [f. BITUM-EN + -ENE, suffix of the hydrocarbon class.] Name given by Berthelet to the least volatile of the hydrocarbons obtained by passing benzene vapor through a red-hot porcelain tube. Watts, Dict. Chem.
1873. Fownes, Chem., 758. Bitumene, a blackish liquid, remains in the retort at a dull red heat, and solidifies on cooling.
