What is another word for hydrides?
Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪdɹa͡ɪdz] (IPA) 
Hydrides are compounds composed of hydrogen with one or more metallic or non-metallic elements. Synonyms for hydrides include hydrogen compounds, hydrogenated compounds, and hydrogen-based compounds. Other possible synonyms include hydridic compounds, hydrures, and hydrido complexes. These compounds are essential in many fields, including chemistry, materials science, and energy production. Some specific examples of hydrides include lithium hydride, sodium hydride, and aluminum hydride. Hydrogen gas can also be considered a hydride since it is composed entirely of hydrogen atoms. Hydrides have a wide range of applications, such as in hydrogen storage for fuel cells, as reducing agents in chemical reactions, and as catalysts in industrial processes.
