stereochemical

/ˌstɛrioʊˈkɛmɪkəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in molecules and how this affects chemical properties and reactions.
    • The stereochemical structure of a drug can determine how it interacts with the body.
    • The stereochemical configuration of this compound makes it more stable.
    • Chemists study stereochemical relationships to understand why some molecules are mirror images of each other.
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