absolute configuration

noun

1. Also called: absolute stereochemistry. chem the spatial arrangement of atoms or groups in a chemical compound about an asymmetric atom See chirality

Example Sentences

Wolkenstein, K., Sun, H., Falk, H. & Griesinger, C. Structure and absolute configuration of Jurassic polyketide-derived spiroborate pigments obtained from microgram quantities.

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On the basis of this, the absolute configuration of the structure was assumed to be correctly assigned and free from inversion twinning.

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Almost all biologically active molecules are chiral, and the correct determination of their absolute configuration is essential for the understanding and the development of processes involving chiral molecules.

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Our technique provides unambiguous and direct access to the absolute configuration of small gas-phase species, including ions and molecular fragments.

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