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Enantiomorphism

Description:

Enantiomorphism refers to the property of being a mirror image or mirror symmetry, especially in regards to chemical compounds. It is a concept commonly used in chemistry and crystallography.

Examples:

1. Noun (Chemistry):

• The enantiomorphism of the compound was crucial in determining its biological activity.
• Studying the enantiomorphism of chiral molecules is important to understand their stereochemical properties.

2. Noun (Crystallography):

• The crystal structure exhibited enantiomorphism, with its left-handed and right-handed enantiomers forming mirror image pairs.
• The enantiomorphism of the crystal dictated the optical activity of the material.

3. Related Adjective:

• The enantiomorphic relationship between the two compounds was evident under the microscope.
• The substance displayed enantiomorphic characteristics, distinguishing it from its enantiomer.

4. Related Verb:

• The chemist enantiomorphed the compound to create its mirror image isomer.
• To study the enantiomorphism, the researchers enantiomorphed several molecules and compared their properties.

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