epimerism

/ (ɪˈpɪməˌrɪzəm) /


noun
  1. optical isomerism in which isomers (epimers) can form about asymmetric atoms within the molecule, esp in carbohydrates

Origin of epimerism

1
C20: German Epimer (see epi-, -mer) + -ism

Derived forms of epimerism

  • epimeric (ˌɛpɪˈmɛrɪk), adjective

Words Nearby epimerism

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