Definition of Racemization

1. Noun. (chemistry) The formation of a racemate from a pure enantiomer. ¹

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Definition of Racemization

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Racemization

1. Partial conversion of one enantiomorph into another (as an l-amino acid to the corresponding d-amino acid) so that the specific optical rotation is decreased, or even reduced to zero, in the resulting mixture. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Racemization

raceme
racemed
racemelike
racemes
racemethorphan
racemic
racemic acid
racemic mixture
racemiferous
racemiform
racemise
racemised
racemises
racemism
racemisms
racemization (current term)
racemizations
racemize
racemized
racemizes
racemizing
racemoid
racemoramide
racemorphanol
racemose
racemose gland
racemous
racemule

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