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branched chain

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun branched chain has 1 sense
  1. branched chain - an open chain of atoms with one or more side chains attached to it
    --1 is a kind of
    open chain

Definitions from the Web

Branched Chain

Definition: A chemical compound or molecule that contains a chain of atoms where at least one carbon atom is bonded to three or more other carbon atoms, causing the chain to branch out.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: branched chain
  • Adjective: branched-chain

Senses:

Noun - Branched Chain

1. Organic Chemistry: A hydrocarbon chain or compound where at least one carbon atom is bonded to three or more other carbon atoms, creating a branching structure.

Example sentence: The branched chain of the organic compound increased its stability and boiling point compared to linear alkanes.

Adjective - Branched-Chain

1. Chemistry: Relating to or characterized by a molecular structure containing a branched chain.

Example sentence: The branched-chain polymers exhibited enhanced mechanical properties compared to their linear counterparts.

Usage:

1. The term "branched chain" is commonly used in organic chemistry to describe a type of hydrocarbon structure.

2. Branched-chain molecules have various applications in polymer science, biochemistry, and nutrition.

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