Isomer

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ˈaɪ.sÉ™.mÉ™/
• US IPA: /ˈaɪ.sÉ™.mÉš/

Origin

- + mer + -

Full definition of isomer

Noun

1. (chemistry) Any of two or more compounds with the same molecular formula but with different structure.
2. (physics) Any of two or more atomic nuclei with the same mass number and atomic number but with different radioactive properties.

Synonyms

• (physics: atomic nuclei) nuclear isomer

Related terms

Anagrams

• moirés
• rimose