prochiral
Having two constitutionally identical ligands, replacement of either one by a…Having two constitutionally identical ligands (atoms or groups), replacement of either one by a different ligand making the molecule chiral
Meaning
1 senses(not comparable)Having two constitutionally identical ligands (atoms or groups), replacement of either one by a different ligand making the molecule chiral
Origin
From pro- + chiral.From pro- + chiral.
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