About The Word Open-chain

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Open-chain

Open-chain Meaning & Definition
Open-chain Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Open-chain?

[n] a chain of atoms in a molecule whose ends are not joined to form a ring
[adj] chemistry; not cyclic; having an open chain structure

Synonyms | Synonyms for Open-chain: acyclic | aliphatic

Related Terms | Find terms related to Open-chain:

See Also | branched chain | chain | chemical chain | straight chain

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