Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dextrorotation
noun
/ˌdɛkstrəroʊˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The rotation of plane-polarized light to the right, or clockwise, when viewed from a specific orientation.
Examples
- The dextrorotation of the sugar solution was measured using a polarimeter.
- Certain amino acids exhibit dextrorotation characteristics in specific conditions.
Meaning
In chemistry and optics, dextrorotation refers to the ability of certain substances to rotate polarized light in a rightward direction.
Synonyms
- Right-handed rotation
- Clockwise rotation
