Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
d-l
Prefix
/ˌdiːˈɛl/
Definition
D-l is a prefix often used in scientific and technical contexts, particularly in fields like chemistry and mathematics.
Examples
- D-lactic acid is one of the forms of lactic acid that has specific properties important in biology.
- In stereochemistry, the designation d-l is used to describe the optical activity of certain organic compounds.
Meaning
In the context of stereochemistry, ‘d-l’ refers to a pair of enantiomers (molecules that are mirror images of each other), indicating the orientation of the molecule in relation to plane-polarized light.
Synonyms
- None (as ‘d-l’ is a specific scientific notation and does not have direct synonyms).
