Pronunciation: /ˈaɪsəmər/
noun a compound that has the same molecular formula as another compound but differs in the arrangement of atoms
A1 An isomer is a molecule that has the same chemical formula as another molecule, but with a different arrangement of atoms.
A2 In chemistry, students learn about isomers and how they can have different physical and chemical properties despite having the same molecular formula.
B1 Organic chemists often study isomers to understand how the structure of a molecule affects its behavior and reactivity.
B2 Identifying and classifying isomers is an important skill for analytical chemists working in the field of drug development.
C1 The subtle differences between isomers can have significant implications in fields such as pharmacology and materials science.
C2 Researchers are constantly exploring new methods to synthesize and characterize isomers for various applications in industry and academia.
formal An isomer is a molecule that has the same molecular formula as another molecule, but with a different arrangement of atoms.
informal Isomers are like twins in the world of chemistry, they may look similar but have different structures.
slang Isomers are like those cool puzzles where you have to rearrange the pieces to make a different shape.
figurative Isomers are like different versions of a recipe - same ingredients, but different ways of putting them together.
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