geometric isomerism
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ge·o·met·ric i·som·er·ism
a form of isomerism displayed by unsaturated or ring compounds where free rotation around a bond (usually a carbon-carbon bond) is restricted, for example, the isomerism of a
cis- or
trans- compound as in oleic acid and elaidic acid. Compare:
cis-,
entgegen,
trans-,
zusammen.
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ge·o·met·ric i·so·mer·ism
(jē'ŏ-met'trik ī-som'ĕr-izm) A form of isomerism displayed by unsaturated or ring compounds where free rotation about a bond (usually a carbon-carbon bond) is restricted.
Compare:
cis-,
trans-Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
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