Heteromerism

Translation of "heteromerism" into Russian

Noun

heteromerism

heteromerisms pl

научный термин; биология, химия

Heteromerism is common among structural isomers such as butane and isobutane.

Гетеромерия характерна для структурных изомеров, таких как бутан и изобутан.

Additional translations

гетеромерность

более общее употребление вне узкоспециализированного контекста

Noun

The quality or state of being composed of parts that differ in form or function; the condition of being heteromerous.

The heteromerism of the beetle’s wings contributes to its ability to maneuver quickly.

Chemistry: a kind of structural isomerism in which compounds share the same molecular formula but differ in the arrangement of their atoms.

Butane and isobutane illustrate heteromerism because their atoms are linked in different ways.