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Stereoisomers
Compounds with the same structure but different configurations.
Molecules with identical bond connectivity but different 3D arrangement (enantiomers, diastereomers, cis/trans isomers). Stereochemistry often dictates biological activity.
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Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary
Molecules with identical bond connectivity but different 3D arrangement (enantiomers, diastereomers, cis/trans isomers). Stereochemistry often dictates biological activity.
Related terms
Chiral carbon, Isomer