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epimerism

/ ˌɛpɪˈmɛrɪk; ɪˈpɪməˌrɪzəm /

noun

  1. optical isomerism in which isomers ( epimers ) can form about asymmetric atoms within the molecule, esp in carbohydrates
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Derived Forms

  • epimeric, adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of epimerism1

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

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