Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

isomeric

Adjective
/ˌaɪ.səˈmɛr.ɪk/
Definition
Relating to isomers or isomerism.
Examples
  • Glucose and fructose are isomeric sugars.
  • The two isomeric forms of a compound can exhibit different physical and chemical properties.
Meaning
Isomeric refers to compounds that have the same chemical formula but differ in the arrangement of atoms, which results in different properties.
Synonyms
  • Isomer
  • Isomerism