conformer en · NOUN · etymology 1
Pronunciation
- /ˈkɑn.fɚmɚ/ (US)
Etymology
Blend of conformational + isomer.
Meanings
- (physical) Any of a set of stereoisomers characterized by a conformation that corresponds to a distinct potential energy minimum.
- (physical) A particular folded state or conformation of a protein, especially an abnormal conformation of a prion
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| conformers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
interconformer · conformeric · nonconformer · multiconformer · thermoconformer · osmoconformer · oxyconformer