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isomerism

noun

UK/aɪˈsɒm.ᵊr.ɪz.ᵊm/
US/aɪˈsɑː.mɚ.ɪz.ᵊm/

Definitions of isomerism noun

  1. Uncountablechemistry

    The phenomenon where two or more chemical compounds exist as isomers.

    • Isomerism is common in organic chemistry, where carbon atoms can arrange in multiple ways.

    • Due to isomerism, compounds with the same molecular formula can exhibit vastly different physical and chemical properties.

    • Scientists use techniques like spectroscopy and chromatography to distinguish and analyze isomers.