Conformer

noun

/ˈkɑn.fɚmɚ/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounAny of a set of stereoisomers characterised by a conformation that corresponds to a distinct potential energy minimum.

2.nounA particular folded state or conformation of a protein, especially an abnormal conformation of a prion

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