Steric

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Relating to or involving the arrangement of atoms in space.
  2. 2
    of the repulsion of atoms due to closeness or arrangement

Etymology

From ster(eo)- (“3D”) + -ic.

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steric hindrance

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