Straight chain

noun

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounA structural element of a molecule consisting of an unbranched sequence of atoms or simple groups, especially such a sequence of methylene groups in a aliphatic compound

Synonyms

chain ring monostrand homosequence methylene side chain catena compound homochain repeat unit homologous series anetiso aliphatic

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