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Conformer
//ˈkɑn.fɚmɚ// noun
Definitions
Noun
- 1 Any of a set of stereoisomers characterized by a conformation that corresponds to a distinct potential energy minimum. physical
- 2 A person who conforms; a conformist.
- 3 A particular folded state or conformation of a protein, especially an abnormal conformation of a prion physical
- 4 A Conformist.
Etymology
Etymology 1
Blend of conformational + isomer.
Etymology 2
From conform + -er.
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