isomer
Translation
isomer
Examples
Butane and isobutane are isomers.
Butane and isobutane are isomers.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) is an isomer of ((noun)) a compound with the same formula but a different structure. Fructose is an isomer of glucose.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none common); Antonyms: (none)
Etymology
From Greek 'isos' (equal) + 'meros' (part). It refers to having 'equal parts' in terms of the chemical formula.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'iso-' means 'equal'. Isomers have equal parts (the same formula) but different structures.