
Isomeric
Chemistry Term
The word 'isomeric' is frequently used in chemistry to discuss molecules with the same atoms but arranged differently.
Isomeric structures can drastically change the properties of a molecule.
Non-Interchangeable
'Isomeric' refers to unique molecular shapes, so it's not interchangeable with terms for identical compounds.
Despite having the same formula, isomeric molecules are not the same compound.
No Visual Imagery
The term 'isomeric' doesn't convey a specific shape; the detailed structure must be examined separately.
Knowing a substance is isomeric tells you nothing about its appearance.
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